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Board seeks proposals for superintendent search firm; intends open process with community input
Summary
Following the superintendent's retirement announcement, the board directed HR to solicit proposals from multiple search firms (including McPherson Jacobson, HYA and Grundmeier Leader Services), gather stakeholder input, and return firm proposals for review in an open meeting next month.
The board discussed planning for superintendent succession after Dr. Meeks' retirement announcement. Katie Jacobs, director of human resources, recommended engaging a professional search firm to broaden the candidate pool, gather stakeholder input and manage reference checks and logistics. Jacobs said McPherson Jacobson performed well in a prior search and recommended obtaining proposals from multiple firms as a comparative exercise.
Board members asked Jacobs to solicit proposals and to reach out to other districts for recommendations. Kevin Callahan and several members emphasized the need for an open meeting when the board evaluates and selects a firm and asked Jacobs to bring proposals to the board in January. Jacobs explained the general timeline: select a firm in January, let the firm lead stakeholder input and recruitment, then assist the board in scheduling interviews and references.
Why it matters: Superintendent selection drives district leadership, strategic direction and staff stability. The board prioritized both competitive proposals and community engagement during the search.
Next steps: Jacobs will gather proposals, including McPherson Jacobson, Grundmeier Leader Services and HYA, and circulate them for board review; the board plans to discuss firm selection at an open meeting and to include community input in the search process.
