Incoming superintendent introduces MTSS lead and director of family and community engagement

Dr. Terrance Jordan, introduced as the district's incoming superintendent, named two internal hires he plans to present for formal approval at the personnel portion of the April 7 meeting. Jordan said he has "a great history" working with Dr. Filipiak and described Filipiak as an "expert" whose doctorate prepared her to lead the district's MTSS work.

Claudia Johnson, introduced by Jordan and welcomed to the microphone, spoke about leaving a 15‑year principalship at Enos Elementary to take the district role. "I accept this role with humility, with gratitude, and with deep commitment to serve with integrity, compassion, and purpose," Johnson said, thanking mentors, family and colleagues for their support.

Why it matters: MTSS (multi‑tiered system of supports) is a districtwide strategy for academic and behavioral supports; placing an experienced leader in that role signals a continuing emphasis on coordinated student supports. The director of family and community engagement position centralizes district efforts to strengthen school‑family partnerships across schools.

Supporting details: Dr. Jordan characterized MTSS as a "big focus of mine," noting Filipiak's prior principalship and relevant doctorate. Johnson described her work in family and community engagement at Enos, saying she plans to "help strengthen the bridge between our schools, our families, and our community partners." The introductions were ceremonial at this meeting; the board will vote on the personnel recommendations during the personnel agenda later in the session.

Next steps: The superintendent said the two appointments will be formally presented for approval under the personnel consent/roll call items; the board indicated it planned to vote on the personnel recommendations during the same meeting.