Principal resigns

Chico High Principal Mark Beebe announced his resignation in a letter to parents last week (May 2). Beebe (pictured) wrote that his departure “is in the best interests of CHS and myself.” Though he is unsure of his plans, he said he will remain in education.

Beebe, who has served as the school’s principal for three years, will finish out this school year. He has worked in education for more than 25 years, including 16 as an English teacher, and nearly 20 as a basketball coach.

“I have tremendous and unwavering confidence in this amazing staff and student body that CHS will continue to thrive and flourish,” he wrote.