Akira Byng-Regan began her new post on July 1.

Byng-Regan brings more than 15 years of experience in arts education and instructional leadership to the Garden City School District.

She most recently served in the Roosevelt School District as lead music teacher and choral director at
Roosevelt Middle and High School, as well as director of Roosevelt Performing Arts.

“We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Byng-Regan to our school community and lookforward to the expertise, creativity and vision she will bring to our music and artsprograms,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kusum Sinha. “Her leadership will enrich opportunities for students and help continue to elevate the district’s commitment to the arts.”

Byng-Regan has also played a central role in expanding arts programs, coordinating departmentwide professional development and managing planning, staffing, budgeting and logistics for district performances.