SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH

During Fall 2021, KCSD 96's Board of Education is conducting a search for its next Superintendent of Schools.

The Board of Education is using a search firm to organize the search for a successor to current Supt. Julie Schmidt.  The District plans to have its next Superintendent of Schools identified by mid-December.

On this page, you will find information about the search and a link to the Superintendent Search Survey.  Parents and other community residents are asked to complete this survey by Oct. 8, 2021.

KCSD 96 Superintendent Search

KCSD 96 Superintendent Search

The Superintendent Search Process

Phase 1

Sept. 8 - Oct. 8: The online Superintendent Search Survey opens, allowing community members to offer input on suggested priorities for the District and important characteristics of a new leader.

Phase 2

Sept. 13 - Oct. 8: Consultants conduct two Open Forums and meet with 19 different Focus Groups ~ representing parents, students, certified and non-certified staff and community and business leaders ~ for their input on the next Superintendent of Schools.

Phase 3

Oct. 2021: Consultants present the "Leadership Profile" to the Board of Education.

Phase 4

Nov. 2021: Consultants interview selected applicants and present a slate of candidates to the Board of Education.

Phase 5

Dec. 14, 2021: The Board of Education announces the new KCSD96 Superintendent.

July 1, 2022: The newly selected Superintendent takes the reins.