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Superintendent recognizes late education leader, highlights summer programs and new food truck
Summary
Superintendent Dr. Kim Heil recognized the passing of educator Tanisha Burrows, highlighted summer programming that reached 5,500 students, and noted a partnership with Second Harvest Heartland to deploy a new district food truck.
Superintendent Dr. Kim Heil opened the superintendent’s report by recognizing the recent death of education leader Tanisha Burrows, describing her as an advocate who “lifted voices” and was a “true champion for both students and teachers.” Heil said Burrows’ work was rooted in compassion and left a lasting legacy.
Heil then moved to highlights of district work over the summer: fall sports practices began the week of Aug. 11 at district high schools; arts and travel opportunities gave students experiences in Japan, Italy and national parks; and district community education engaged thousands of learners. Heil said more than 5,500 students participated in community education summer programming across multiple sites.
Jeff Ansoirj, director of food and nutrition services, described the district’s new food truck and a partnership with Second Harvest Heartland that provided free meals to children 18 and under at community sites. “Our new food truck allows us to expand our reach to ensure more children in our community have access to wholesome meals, particularly during summer break,” Ansoirj said.
Heil closed with logistics for the start of the school year and a note that the district is seeking a name for a new elementary school, with public input available on the district website.
