New school superintendent wants to hear from parents Gene Marrano May 28, 2020 1 minute read Photo: verlettawhite.com After 13 years Dr. Rita Bishop will retire as the Superintendent of Roanoke City Public Schools on July 1st. After an extensive search and input from local residents, her successor is waiting in the wings. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Former Hokie looks to get back on baseball field; Salem Sox open ballpark for fansNext: Four weeks in, Virginia dentists, patients adjust to new reality Related Stories Fish for Lent – Taziki’s Mediterranean Restaurant on Franklin Road brings it back Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Dr. Pepper Park gets off to early start in 2026 this weekend with Green Envy for St. Patrick’s Day celebration Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Virginia Creeper Trail bringing millions to SWVA pre-Helene, VT Report Reads Emma Thomas March 12, 2026 0