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Linn‑Mar board hears about 31 open positions; staff outlines recruitment and retention steps
Summary
Superintendent Kortmeyer told the board the district had about 31 open positions this summer, described recruitment efforts (job fairs, referral bonuses, streamlined applications) and said exit interviews will be analyzed to produce an action plan focused on special‑education retention and a principals' exercise on Oct. 30.
Board members raised concern about a steady stream of resignations for student support associate roles and asked whether the district has workable solutions to fill vacancies and mitigate classroom impacts.
Superintendent Kortmeyer said the district counted about 31 open positions at the most recent check and described steps the district is taking: job fairs,…
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