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Skagit Valley College President Gary Tollefson announced Monday that he intends to retire in December.

Tollefson met with the school’s board of trustees Friday afternoon to discuss his retirement.

“I am very proud to have had the opportunity to lead this exceptional institution,” Tollefson said. “I have utmost respect for the faculty and staff here. I believe they are among the best anywhere in the nation in serving, educating and inspiring students.”