The Hood River County School District has selected Bill Newton to fill its superintendent’s position permanently. Newton has served as interim superintendent since Rich Polkinghorn’s departure last summer. Before his interim position, Newton served as the curriculum and instruction coordinator. He has an extensive background as a principal and educator, both locally and internationally. Newton holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Western Oregon State College and a Master of Science degree from Portland State University. He has also completed the Oregon Continuing Administrative License Program at Portland State University.