During a Broward School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata announced his resignation due to health concerns. He stated that he has been receiving treatment for a medical condition for several months and after consulting with his family and doctors, he decided it was best to retire from his role as an educator after over 30 years in South Florida.
Licata took over the position from former Superintendent Dr. Vickie Cartwright, who was removed due to her leadership style after only holding the position for about a year. Licata has been leading the sixth-largest school system in the nation and the second-largest in Florida since July of the previous year. He expressed his gratitude to the community for their faith and trust in him and mentioned the great staff that has been assembled for future accomplishments.
With Licata’s resignation, Broward County Public Schools will now start their search for their fourth superintendent in four years. Licata’s last day in the role will be Dec. 31st. Stay tuned to WSVN.com and 7News for more updates on this developing story.