GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The superintendent of Greenfield Public Schools has announced her resignation.

Karin Patenaude announced her departure in an email Friday afternoon. The resignation takes effect on July 3.

Patenaude had previously served as principal at Greenfield High School before assuming the position of assistant superintendent of teaching and learning. Patenaude served as superintendent for less than a year.

Patenaude and the school committee this week completed work on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget with the City Council. Patenaude and members of the school committee could not be reached for comment.