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Trustees approve search calendar and draft criteria for superintendent: consultants emphasize outreach, diversity and transparency
Summary
Consultants recommended a search timeline with stakeholder input Feb. 17–28, application close March 27, candidate selection April 8, interviews late April/early May and board action May 21. Trustees prioritized equity, community‑centered and student‑centered criteria and asked for bilingual and classroom experience to be noted as preferences.
Antioch Unified trustees on Tuesday reviewed a consultant‑led plan for hiring a permanent superintendent and provided input on advertising, stakeholder outreach and the job criteria the consultants will post.
McPherson & Jacobson consultants presented a timeline that includes stakeholder input and surveys from Feb. 17–28, a planned application closing date of March 27, a special board selection meeting on April 8 to choose interviewees, finalist interviews in late April/early May and board action on May 21 to approve a finalist and contract. The consultants estimated typical advertising costs around $1,500 and recommended posting in education outlets and affinity organizations to attract diverse candidates.
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