Prior Lake-Savage Area School Board members officially approved the selection of Sue Ann Gruver, the district’s next superintendent, on Monday.

Gruver will take over in July, replacing Superintendent Tom Westerhaus, who resigned after Chris Lind was elected to the board this fall.

On Monday, Gruver told board members that she sees “two big challenges” for herself in the coming months, including crafting a levy proposal the community can pass, and “building those relationships necessary to continue to be a viable district that supports students and community members.”

Gruver currently is assistant superintendent of Mahtomedi Public Schools.

Look for a Q & A with Gruver online later this week and in this Saturday’s Savage Pacer print edition.