It was an unexpected twist for the Lincoln High School Board of Education when Superintendent Robert Bagby announced his retirement effective at the conclusion of the school year.

The longtime educator who has been a superintendent almost 20 years says it is time he focuses on his family and enjoy the success his grandkids are experiencing.

With two years still left on his contract, Bagby had long told the Board of Education he would serve out the remainder of his contract but he felt now was the time to step aside and let someone else lead.