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CHSD 128 board unanimously approves Dr. Mark Schaeffer as superintendent, effective July 1, 2025
Summary
The Community High School District 128 Board of Education voted unanimously Feb. 24 to approve a contract bringing Dr. Mark Schaeffer to the district as superintendent beginning July 1, 2025. Board members praised his experience and the selection process; Schaeffer addressed the board by phone.
The Community High School District 128 Board of Education voted unanimously Feb. 24 to approve a contract hiring Dr. Mark Schaeffer as the district’s next superintendent, with his contract to begin July 1, 2025.
Board President (name not specified) formally presented the contract and asked for a motion to approve. Board member Lisa Hessel moved to approve the contract; Don Carmichael seconded the motion. A roll call produced unanimous "aye" votes from the board, and the motion passed.
Board members praised Schaeffer’s background and the selection process. The board’s remarks emphasized his “leadership and respect for input from others and collaboration,” and that his “extensive experience as an educator, administrator, and superintendent makes him well equipped to lead our district,” according to the remarks read by the presiding board member.
Dr. Mark Schaeffer addressed the board remotely following the vote. "I'm incredibly proud, honored, and humbled to be joining Community High School District 128," he said. "This district is a shining example of a world class education system driven by its exceptional students, dedicated staff, and a supportive, engaged community. I am excited and energized to continue building on the strong traditions of excellence in student achievement, outcomes, and experiences."
The board president thanked Schaeffer and said the board looks forward to his in-person attendance at the March 10 meeting. No additional conditions or contingencies tied to the appointment were stated in the meeting transcript.
Clarifying details provided during the meeting: the contract start date is July 1, 2025; the board characterized the candidate group as "very impressive" and credited focus groups, surveys, and a consultant team for the selection process. The board also said the process involved "hundreds of people" in interviews and stakeholder feedback.
The district will continue normal superintendent onboarding procedures; the transcript records no further board actions tied specifically to the appointment during the meeting.
