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Chartiers Valley School Board approves hiring of Daniel Castagna for superintendent

Daniel Castagna

ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. — The Woodland Hills School District superintendent is leaving for Chartiers Valley.

Thursday, the Chartiers Valley School Board announced that it approved the hiring of Daniel Castagna in a six to three vote in a special meeting.

The news comes days after the Woodland Hills School Board voted to give Castagna a $26,000 raise.

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Castagna was charged with DUI in the past.

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The West Mifflin School District was then ordered to pay him $2.9 million by a federal jury in 2022.

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Castagna said the following in a statement:

“I look forward to working closely with our talented educators, engaged families, and wonderful students to create a culture of excellence and innovation. Together, we will ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.”

Chartiers Valley School District plans to pay Castagna $250,000 per year starting in January.

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