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 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026 Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026