Dear Parents,
The Boards of the Five Town CSD and MSAD 28 wanted to take this opportunity to share an update on the search process for a new Superintendent to lead our exceptional school systems. We recognize that this is an important moment for our school community—and as key stakeholders, your input is essential in helping us find the right leader.
The Superintendent Search Process
The School Board launched a national search today, including nationwide postings and outreach, and a new website and video showcasing our schools, educators, students, and community. A special thanks to the staff, students, and parents who helped create the amazing video highlighting how great our schools and community are!
A hiring committee—comprised of board members, educators, administrators, and parents—will guide the selection process and will be formed later this month.
How You Can Share Your Input
The Board wants your input on the qualities and attributes important to you in a new Superintendent. To attempt to capture a diverse array of feedback and best help shape the profile of our next leader, we are providing the following opportunities to gather your feedback:
Fill out this online survey for staff, students, and community members by November 25
Attend the remote community member listening session on November 17 at 5:30pm. Join the listening session with this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84009976021?pwd=K5HSguWscyam9bjXqaY0aPez3qgL09.1&from=addon
We’ll provide an overview of the feedback and responses we receive at our CSD meeting in December and follow-up with an email to you after that meeting. We hope to see you there.
Overview of the Superintendent Search Timeline
November 4: Search process and community survey launch
November 13: Virtual district staff listening session at 3:30pm.
November 17: Virtual community listening session at 5:30pm. Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84009976021?pwd=K5HSguWscyam9bjXqaY0aPez3qgL09.1&from=addon
November 25: Deadline for completing the Superintendent search survey.
December 3: Superintendent search update at CSD Board meeting, including a presentation on staff and community input.
December 12: Superintendent application deadline.
December 15: Candidate screening begins.
January: Candidate interviews with the hiring committee and Board interviews for finalists. Candidate selected.
July 1: New Superintendent starts.
We are committed to hiring a Superintendent that has the experience and skill to continue the innovative and student-centered work that are hallmarks of our Districts. Your perspective will ensure we are best reflecting the values and needs of a community committed to the world-class education we offer our students. We look forward to continuing to communicate with you as the process continues and appreciate your support.
With gratitude,
Marcus Mrowka, Chair, Five Town CSD Board
Brie Gutierrez, Chair, Camden-Rockport Schools Board
Andy Wolf, Vice-Chair, Five Town CSD Board
Becky Flanagan, Vice-Chair, Camden-Rockport Schools Board
On behalf of the entire Five Town CSD and Camden-Rockport Schools Boards of Directors