The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Board of Education has started the first round of interviews to find the district’s next Superintendent of Schools. The board is anticipated to make an appointment in April or May.
Stakeholder input from students, families, staff, and the community has played an integral role in the interview process. The board conducted a survey asking participants to help develop a profile of desirable attributes wanted in the district’s next leader. The board is using a summary of the responses while evaluating candidates.
“The hiring of the next Superintendent of Schools is one of the most important duties of the Board of Education. Hearing from our community through the survey about the qualities and attributes that are most important will be incredibly valuable as we select the best candidate for this position,” said Board of Education President Joe Gross.
The board is working with OCM BOCES District Superintendent, Matthew L. Cook, Ed. D. to conduct the confidential search. A confidential search typically leads to a larger candidate pool and increases the likelihood that the most qualified candidates will apply for the position.
Superintendent Dr. Peter Smith announced his retirement plans in Oct. and will serve the district through the remainder of the 2024-25 school year. The new hire would officially begin leadership duties for the 2025-26 school year in July.
A dedicated Superintendent search webpage is available on the district website. It includes important news updates, links, and a question and answer section.