Committee weighs full superintendent search against interim appointment as RFP timeline shifts
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Summary
The RFP deadline for superintendent search was extended to Jan. 26; members debated continuing a full search to place a superintendent by July 1 versus appointing an interim because experienced candidates typically have spring contract notice obligations.
Member Donovan reported that tweaks to the superintendent search RFP moved the bids due date to Monday, Jan. 26, with award decisions anticipated Feb. 10. The committee discussed whether to proceed with a full search intended to place a superintendent by July 1 or pursue an interim appointment given candidate availability and timing constraints.
Members argued both sides: some urged an independent, consultant‑led search with diversity and stakeholder representation on the rubric and finalists; others warned a rushed permanent hire could produce poor outcomes and said many strong candidates cannot provide spring notices to leave their current districts. Members described past experience where timing and candidate attrition affected outcomes and suggested that an interim may be a practical path for continuity.
The administration noted the RFP process was designed to allow the new committee to shape the search, but the committee collectively must decide whether to continue toward a July 1 permanent appointment or plan for an interim. No final decision was made; members asked for continued discussion and consideration when bids are opened on Jan. 26 and the rubric is used to evaluate firms and candidates.
Next steps: bids due Jan. 26; committee will reconvene to review responses and decide between continuing a full search or selecting an interim leader as the timeline and candidate pool becomes clearer.
