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Superintendent
Shorewood School District
Shorewood, WI

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Position Available:  Superintendent of Schools

Address:  1701 East Capitol Drive, Shorewood WI   53211

Schools: 

  • Total District Enrollment                      1,932 Students
  • Atwater Elementary School                     469 Students
  • Lake Bluff Elementary  School                514 Students
  • Shorewood Intermediate School           257 Students
  • Shorewood High School                           662 Students 

Student Demographics:

  • 1,932 students
  • Racially/Ethnically Diverse Student Body
    • White: 66%
    • Black 9.9%
    • Asian 9.2%
    • Hispanic/Latino 8.4%
    • Two or more races 5.8% 
  • 11% of students with disabilities
  • 20% of students are economically disadvantaged
  • 4.7% of students are English Language Learners (ELL)

Staffing:   

  • 164 Teachers  
  • 258 Total Staff Members

District Financial Information:

  • $28.7 Million operating budget for general and special education
  • $65 Million facilities referendum approved in 2019 with all building improvements completed in 2022

Qualifications:          

  • Hold or be eligible for the Wisconsin Superintendent license
  • Successful school leadership experience
  • District Office leadership preferred

Salary/Compensation Offered:  

  • Regionally Competitive Compensation Package

Search Calendar:

  • Application Deadline: January 6, 2023   
  • Interviews Begin: Week of January 16, 2023
  • Finalist Interviews: Week of January 30, 2023
  • Superintendent Appointment:  mid-late February
  • Superintendent to Begin:  July 1, 2023

District Narrative

With a mission of Equity, Growth, and Excellence for All, the Shorewood School District has a long history of academic excellence, with graduates across the nation who are at the top of their fields in science, the arts, law and public service, among other careers. Shorewood is a racially and economically diverse district with over 1,900 K-12 students and 258 employees.  Student families speak more than 37 languages. The District also includes the Shorewood Recreation and Community Services Department which serves District families, Village residents, and surrounding communities.

Students in Shorewood School District engage in authentic learning experiences that build their capacity to innovate, work together to solve problems, and contribute to the common good. We are committed to advancing equity by employing a systems approach and advancing an asset-based mindset. The District is currently in its third year partnering with Integrated Comprehensive Systems for Equity (ICS) which has included professional development for staff and administrators and Ally Academies for parents, caregivers, and community members.  The District prioritizes whole-child wellness, with integrated K-12 SEL curriculum and a partnership with Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to support students’ needs at school.

Shorewood is located along Lake Michigan, just north of Milwaukee and near the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee where students have opportunities to engage in college-level learning and teachers have access to outstanding professional development. Shorewood is a walkable, vibrant, and engaged community that takes great pride in its schools.

Points of Pride:

  • Rankings:  #1 for Best Places to Teach in WI (Niche 2023); A Top Public School in Wisconsin (US News 2022); Top 5 High School (Milwaukee Business Journal 2022); Top 10 Wisconsin School Districts & Top 5 High Schools (Niche 2023)
  • Consistently Exceeds Expectations on Wisconsin School District Report Cards
  • Intermediate School Teacher named 2023 Wisconsin Teacher of the Year
  • Students:  99% Graduation Rate, with most students matriculating to college
  • Arts:  Regionally and nationally recognized in visual and performing arts
  • Athletics:  2022 State Championships in Boys and Girls Track and Field, Boys Soccer and Boys Cross Country; State Runner-up in Girls Cross Country; and WSN Cup Winner 2021 & 2022
  • Equity Commitment: Engaged in Integrated Comprehensive Systems for Equity (ICS), a research-based, multi-year approach proven to eliminate inequities by building the capacity of all educators and transforming systems. The School District has a Director for Equity and many District-sponsored clubs including Youth Rising Up and Rainbow Crew
  • Facilities: Completion of $65 Million investment to improve safety, security, ADA accessibility, and infrastructure with targeted renovations to learning spaces in all buildings

District Website & Social Media:

https://www.shorewood.k12.wi.us             https://www.facebook.com/ShorewoodSchools

https://twitter.com/ShorewoodLearns     https://www.instagram.com/shorewoodschools

Application Process:

Consultants to the Board of Education:

Dr. Jack Linehan  (262) 302-1073  jack.linehan@schoolexecconnect.com
Dr. Matt Gibson  (262) 894-8947  matthew.gibson@schoolexecconnect.com
Dr. Patricia Antony  (262) 347-8225   patricia.antony@schoolexecconnect.com

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Superintendent
LaGrange School District 102

LaGrange School District 102

Every Student, Every Day; No Exceptions, No Excuses

Position Available:         
Superintendent

District:
LaGrange School District 102
LaGrange, IL

Qualifications:

  • Possesses or is eligible for Illinois Superintendent Licensure
  • Possesses other qualifications as specified and required by the Board of Education

Consultant Assisting the Board:

Dr. Brian Barnhart, brian.barnhart@schoolexecconnect.com   630-319-5115

Highlights:

The Board of Education of the LaGrange School District 102 is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the next superintendent beginning July 1, 2023. LaGrange 102 is among the best public school districts in Illinois.

Our Community:

District 102 serves the communities of LaGrange, LaGrange Park and Brookfield. The communities, located in west Cook County, are highly desirable places for families and young professionals given their upscale housing, warm neighborhoods, proximity to the City of Chicago, commitment to inclusivity and diversity, and long-standing commitment to K-12 education. Our communities are minutes from I55, I294, and I88 and the Burlington Northern train line has multiple stops in our towns, making us one of the most desirable sections of the country to balance family life with professional life.

Our Students:

  • Enrollment: 3,100 students
  • Grades: PK-8 
  • 6 Schools: Barnsdale Road School (PK-K), Congress Park School (K-6), Cossitt Avenue School K-6), Forest Road School (1-6), Ogden Avenue School (K-6), Park Junior High School (7-8)

Our Vision:

  • Demonstrate equality in our beliefs about learners and equity in our distribution of resources;
  • Believe all children will learn and grow;
  • Demonstrate respect towards all;
  • Value the worth of our children as learners and contributors to society;
  • Recognize and value diversity through culturally responsive curriculum and instruction;
  • Recognize that we must meet students “where they are”;
  • Value the role that all employees of the district and parents play in the development of our children as students and people;
  • Demonstrate commitment to the role of the school to prepare students for an ever-changing future;
  • Recognize that a financially stable district must be flexible enough to meet the variable needs of our district and volatility of revenue sources.

Salary/Benefits:

The Board will offer a regionally competitive compensation package       

Search Calendar:   (The Board reserves the right to extend all dates)

  • All dates to be determined

Application Process:

  • Apply for the position through this Website if you are interested
  • Please submit all required credentials through this Website

 

 

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Superintendent
Batavia Public School
District 101
Batavia, IL

Batavia Public School District 101
335 W. Wilson St.
Batavia, IL 60510
630-937-8800

Leadership Positions Available:

  • Superintendent of Schools

Batavia Public School District 101 has 8 schools and serves the Batavia community. The school district was founded in 1911. It has a rich history of providing academic excellence to its over 5,000 students. The district offers robust academic programs as well as extensive extracurricular programs for its students.

District Profile (based on 2021 Report Card Data)

  • Grades K-12 Unit School District 
  • District Budget: $98M
  • The district is at 98% adequacy on the Evidence Based Funding formula according to the Illinois State Board of Education
  • Average class size: 20
  • Per pupil expenditure: $17K
  • Total Enrollment: 5,100

Click Here to view District Profile

Click Here to view Leadership Profile

Additional information on the school district and to apply please visit www.schoolexecconnect.com. Successful applicants must have successful executive or administrative experiences. Salary will be commensurate with experience and regionally competitive.

The selected individuals will assume duties on July 1, 2023.

Batavia Public School District 101
BPS101

To learn more or to apply on-line visit
www.schoolexecconnect.com

You may also contact the search consultants:
Dr. David Negron, david.negron@schoolexecconnect.com
Dr. Donna Leak, donna.leak@schoolexecconnect.com

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Accepting Applications Through October 26, 2022

 

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Chief Financial Officer
Moline-Coal Valley School District No. 40
Moline, IL

Moline-Coal Valley School District No. 40
1619 11th Avenue
Moline, IL 61265
309-743-1600

Leadership Positions Available:

  • Chief Financial Officer

Moline-Coal Valley School District No. 40 has 14 schools and over 7,100 students serving the communities of Moline and Coal Valley.  

District Profile

  • Grades K-12 Large Unit District 
  • Total Revenue: $92,598,391
  • Total Expenditures: $86,488,299
  • Total Enrollment: 7,189
    • Serving an estimated 45,696 residents from the communities of Moline and Coal Valley 27.88 Square Miles
    • First Board of Education was formed in 1873
    • Registered Voters:  30,069
  • The district is currently at 66% adequacy according to the Illinois State Board of Education for the fiscal year of 2021

Additional information on the school district and to apply please visit www.schoolexecconnect.com. Successful applicants must have successful executive or  administrative experiences. Salary will be commensurate with experience and regionally competitive.

The selected individuals will assume duties on July 1, 2023.

Accepting Application through January 6, 2023

Click Here to view the Moline Coal Leadership Profile

Moline-Coal Valley School District No. 40
Moline-Coal Valley School District No. 40 (molineschools.org)

To learn more or to apply on-line visit
www.schoolexecconnect.com

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Superintendent
Anoka-Hennepin School District
Anoka, MN

SUPERINTENDENT
ANOKA-HENNEPIN SCHOOL DISTRICT
ANOKA, MINNESOTA

The School Board of the Anoka-Hennepin School District seeks an exemplary superintendent with a strong educational vision and in-depth understanding of education and finance to lead Minnesota’s largest school district.

The Anoka-Hennepin School District is one of Minnesota’s largest, serving approximately 38,000 students, 7,500 staff, and 248,000 residents. Spread out across 172 square miles, Anoka-Hennepin is an increasingly diverse district serving 13 suburban communities north of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Anoka-Hennepin has 26 elementary schools, six middle schools (grades six through eight), and five traditional high schools, plus alternative middle and high school sites, in addition to an award-winning Community Education program. 

Anoka-Hennepin has highly trained teachers and staff and an engaged parent community. The district has a strong reputation for outstanding educational programs with emphasis on the use of student-centered learning environments and databased decision-making.

There is a collective focus on raising achievement in order to prepare our students to be globally competitive.

Anoka-Hennepin provides families with educational options, including a number of specialty (magnet) schools and the highly regarded Secondary Technical Education Program (STEP).

The district has been recognized for outstanding financial management and accountability to the public for informed use of district resources.

The Superintendent provides leadership and strategic vision for the organization in the areas of academics, finance, and operations. 

A competitive salary and compensation package will be offered. The position will begin on or before July 1, 2023.

Inquiries and applications may be made to School Exec Connect at www.schoolexecconnect.com or contact Antoinette Johns at 612-309-1511, almonster05@msn.com  or Ken Dragseth at 952-210-2790, mdragseth@comcast.net .

Search Calendar:  Complete Application Online, Resume, Graduate Transcripts, Licensure, At Least Four Letters of Recommendation

  • Accepting Application Through                                      November 14, 2022
  • Selected Candidates Presented to the Board              November 28, 2022
  • First Round Interviews                                                     November 29, 30
  • Finalist Interviews                                                             December 5, 6, 7
  • Superintendent Named                                                   December 6 or 7
  • Superintendent Begins Duties                                        July 1, 2023

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District Administrator
School District of Somerset
Somerset, WI

Position Available: District Administrator

District Name: School District of Somerset

District Address:  639 Sunrise Drive, PO Box 100, Somerset, WI 54025

Qualifications: Hold or be eligible for licensure as a District Administrator in Wisconsin.  Experience as a Superintendent or District Administrator in a district office setting preferred.  Demonstrate strong commitment to student achievement, building partnerships in the community, supporting staff learning and development, and supporting students of diverse backgrounds.

Consultants Assisting the Board:    School Exec Connect
Ken Dragseth (952-210-2790)  Antoinette Johns (612-309-1511)  David Clough (847-644-5556)

District Website: www.somerset.k12.wi.us

Communities Served:  The Somerset School District serves the townships of Somerset, Star Prairie, Richmond, and St. Joseph and the Village of Somerset

Student Population: 1,457

District Budget $20 M

District Schools:

  • Somerset Elementary School, Jr. K – 4
  • Somerset Middle School 5 – 8
  • Somerset High School 9 – 12

District Highlights: Our Mission: Together we Engage, Educate, and Empower all learners; bridging their passions to pathways to create successful futures and positively contribute to our local and global communities.

  • Mission driven Strategic Plan and Core Values
  • All schools and district office on one campus
  • Recently updated facilities
  • Growing and supportive community
  • Competitive curricular and co-curricular activities
  • Standards-based junior kindergarten – 12 curriculum is enhanced with character education, special education, alternative education, virtual education, and gifted/talented programs
  • Culturally aware and welcoming community and school district
  • Employee training and development in Restorative Practices and Mindfulness
  • Strong parent and community support for the Arts, Academics, and Activities

 

HIGH SCHOOL

  • Named a US News and World Report “Best High School” in 2019 and 2020
  • First Wisconsin High School to create a partnership with the University of Minnesota to offer College in the Schools (CIS) classes at SHS
  • Offers a wide variety of courses where students can earn college credit:
    • 6 College in the Schools
    • 7 Advanced Placement
    • 5 Project Lead the Way
    • 3 Articulated through Northwood Tech and Chippewa Valley Tech
  • State of the art classrooms in the areas of Technical Education, Fabrication, Engineering, and Food Service
  • 17 WIAA Sports, 10 Activities, Multiple Clubs for students to participate in

MIDDLE SCHOOL

  • Newly renovated learning spaces that allow for collaboration among students throughout the building
  • Staff trained in Restorative Practices and Top 20 Principles to foster a safe and supportive culture
  • Dedicated staff who work to meet the academic, social, and behavioral needs of students

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

  • Junior Kindergarten program offered daily with opportunity for full-day wrap around program
  • Active parent group
  • Responsive Classroom and Restorative practices trained staff; dedicated to a safe and welcoming school culture

Search Calendar: (The Board reserves the right to extend or modify all dates)

  • Application Deadline: May 6, 2022
  • Selected candidates taken to the Board on: May 9, 2022
  • First round interviews on: May 10 & 12, 2022
  • Second round interviews on: May 23, 24, and 25
  • Position Begins: July 1, 2022 or ASAP

Compensation Package Offered: Regionally Competitive

Application Process:

Apply through the website www.schoolexecconnect.com or WECAN site if you are interested in this position.

You will be asked to complete the online application and present a cover letter, resume, copies of graduate transcripts, at least four reference letters, and proof of certification to support your candidacy.