Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Auburn Washburn board opts for an open superintendent search, sets timeline and community engagement
Summary
The Auburn Washburn Board of Education agreed on an open superintendent search, reviewed candidate evaluation steps including a 'day in the district,' and set a timeline for posting, interviews and finalist events; the board approved the meeting agenda and adjournment by unanimous votes.
The Auburn Washburn Board of Education on an evening planning session agreed to pursue an open superintendent search that will disclose up to three finalists and invite public feedback during district events and community meet-and-greets.
A consulting team leading the search outlined the process, saying the district will use a board portal for document sharing and a QR-code feedback tool for community input. "The purpose of tonight is to simply walk you through the entire search process," Speaker 4, a search consultant, told the board as consultants reviewed timelines, focus groups and logistics.
Why it matters: the choice between an open and closed search affects how candidates interact with staff, students and the public. Consultants told board members that open searches typically publish finalists' names and resumes and run a one-day "day in the district" during…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
