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Independence 30 board accepts MSBA search plan and opts for closed superintendent search
Summary
MSBA presented a timeline and community engagement plan to Independence 30’s board, recommending a Sept. 12–Dec. 31 application window, a closed search to protect sitting candidates, and a $245,000–$280,000 salary range; the board asked for plain-language survey wording and weekly applicant updates.
The Independence 30 Board of Education heard a presentation from the Missouri School Boards Association (MSBA) on a proposed superintendent search plan and signaled support for a closed search model and a Sept. 12–Dec. 31 application period.
MSBA co-lead Dr. Janette Coward, identified in the meeting as a retired Park Hill superintendent, told the board the firm’s priorities are a clear hiring timeline, robust community engagement and legal compliance. “I’m a process believer in all ways,” Coward said, urging trust in a repeatable process to deliver high-quality candidates.
MSBA lead Trent Grunmayer outlined the firm’s proposed timeline and recruitment strategy, saying the firm prefers keeping the application window open through winter break so prospective candidates who are working can complete the detailed application. He recommended the board post the job on Sept. 12, keep the window open through Dec. 31 and begin…
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