Gallup McKinley Names Deputy Superintendent Jvanna Hanks II Superintendent

Gallup McKinley County Schools announced that Deputy Superintendent Jvanna Hanks II will serve as the district s next superintendent. The district informed staff and the broader community of the decision on December 5, 2025 as part of a planned leadership transition following the departure of the prior superintendent.

Hanks has served as deputy superintendent within the district, a role that provides administrative oversight and continuity for district operations. The district s communication noted her experience within the system and positioned the appointment as the next step in its leadership transition. Officials outlined next steps including hiring and confirmation procedures and an effective start date for the new superintendent role.

The change matters to families, employees, and taxpayers across McKinley County because superintendent leadership shapes decisions on budgets, staffing, curriculum implementation, and school safety. A transition that promotes internal continuity can smooth operations at a time when schools are finalizing programs and staffing for the coming term. The district s statement framed the appointment within ongoing priorities for student achievement and community engagement, indicating that the board and administration will focus on maintaining stability while advancing those goals.

Procedurally the appointment moves from district announcement to formal board action and any required confirmation steps. Community members should expect the school board to consider hiring paperwork and to schedule the official vote and start date in forthcoming public meetings. The district said it would provide additional details to employees and residents as those steps proceed.

For parents and staff seeking full details, the district s official communications will provide the formal release, timelines, and information about public board meetings where the appointment will be confirmed. The choice of an internal candidate emphasizes continuity in day to day management and offers a familiar point of contact for local schools as the district moves into its next administrative phase. The coming weeks will determine how quickly the new superintendent assumes full responsibilities and how the board and community shape priorities under the new leadership.