Michael Smith, former Vice President of Operations for CCARC, Inc., in New Britain, Connecticut, has been named Facilities Director for Plainville Community Schools, according to Superintendent of Schools, Steven LePage. Smith will replace former Facilities Director, Steve Busel, who retired in July after serving in that capacity for 18 years. He was selected through an extensive search process conducted by the school district.
Smith brings a wealth of experience to the Facilities Director position having served in various facilities management roles at both CCARC, Inc., and the New Britain Museum of American Art, in New Britain, Connecticut.
Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Central Connecticut State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Hartford. He currently resides in Plainville with his wife and two children.
“Michael Smith brings the right balance of skills and experience with facilities leadership, coupled with a collaborative and positive leadership style. This district leadership role is critical to ensuring the continued excellent condition of our district facilities. I am confident that Mike will do an outstanding job, working with our dedicated staff, to keep our facilities looking and operating effectively and efficiently. Given that Mr. Smith is a Plainville resident and parent of children in our school district, we know he will be highly committed to serving our community in his new role,” said Superintendent of Schools, Steven LePage.