At its November 22nd Board meeting, the Monroe Public Schools Board of Education hired Danielle Portteus as the new District/Community Engagement Coordinator. Danielle comes to the district from the Monroe News. Danielle will be replacing Mr. Bobb Vergiels who retired in September. Danielle will be responsible for managing public relations for the district including providing press releases, monitoring the district website, promoting district events, working with the news media, and assisting with various district publications and notices. Ms. Portteus received a two year contract.