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Dr. Carolyn Probst
Following an extensive five-month search, the Westhampton Beach Union Free School District Board of Education announced its next superintendent.
During the January 25 board meeting, Dr. Carolyn Probst was appointed superintendent of schools, effective August 17.
“I am excited to partner with the Board of Education, administrators, faculty, staff and the community to build upon the tradition of success in Westhampton Beach,” Dr. Probst said.
The new educational leader of the Hurricanes is actually returning to the district. She spent eight years at Westhampton Beach High School as an assistant principal and guidance counselor.
She joins the current administration after a stint at Hauppauge Public Schools, where she has served as assistant to the superintendent for educational services and student outcomes since 2017. Prior to her years in Hauppauge, Dr. Probst served as director of academic advancement and innovation for the West Hempstead Union Free School District.
“I began my career in Westhampton Beach and returning to lead the district will be my great honor,” the soon-to-be superintendent said.
Dr. Probst received her bachelor’s degree from American University; her master’s degrees in education leadership, school counseling and psychological counseling from Columbia University; and her doctorate degree in K-12 educational leadership and policy from Vanderbilt University.
In an effort to ensure a smooth transition, Dr. Probst will join the district as deputy superintendent effective July 1. She will work with the district leadership team in this position until assuming the role of superintendent of schools, upon the retirement of current Superintendent Michael Radday.
“I extend my congratulations to Dr. Probst on her appointment as the next superintendent of schools,” Mr, Radday said this week. “I know her to be a dedicated and talented school leader. I look forward to working with her to ensure a smooth transition.”
Board of Education President Suzanne Mensch said the board was excited to welcome Dr. Probst back to Westhampton Beach.
“When interviewing Dr. Probst, she met many of the qualities the board and community expect in our educational leader,” Ms. Mensch said. “She is strategic and thoughtful and brings with her a solid vision for the future of our schools and students. Additionally, her eight years in Westhampton Beach coupled with her current central office leadership experience will be a tremendous resource to our school community.”
