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Oak Park focus groups call for visible, equity-centered superintendent
Summary
Focus-group feedback presented to the Oak Park ESD 97 Board found widespread agreement—across students, parents, teachers and administrators—on priorities for the next superintendent: visible leadership, clear communication, instructional focus, and deeper equity work.
Unidentified presenter (focus-group facilitator) told the Oak Park ESD 97 Board that nine focus groups with about 100 participants produced a consistent set of priorities for the district's next superintendent.
The facilitator said students, parents, teachers, administrators and community members repeatedly emphasized that the next leader must be visible and approachable, a strong instructional leader committed to equity, and a clear communicator who builds trust across stakeholders. "Oak Park is seeking a superintendent who is a strong instructional leader, deeply…
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