WALKER, Mich. — The search is officially underway for Kenowa Hills Public Schools' next superintendent, after Gerald Hopkins, Jr., announced his retirement at the end of this school year.
This week marks a crucial phase in the selection process, with multiple community input meetings scheduled to gather feedback from parents, families, and local stakeholders.
Community Input Meetings This Week
Tuesday, February 17:
- Parents, families, and community members (Already held)
The district has organized meetings for various groups to ensure broad community representation in the superintendent search process.
Thursday, February 19:
- KHPS DPAT, PTO, Family Council, MSPG - Admin Building
- KHEF, KHIMB, Athletic Boosters - 1:30pm, Admin Building
- Local business owners - 2:30pm, Admin Building
- Walker Hope Collaborative and others - 6:00pm, Admin Building
Timeline for Selection
The district has outlined a clear timeline for the search:
- Mid-April: Field will be narrowed to 4-6 candidates
- Late April: 2-3 finalists will be selected
- Late May/Early June: Final superintendent choice will be made
Community members who miss the scheduled meetings can still participate in the process. The district encourages ongoing engagement throughout the search timeline.
For more information about the superintendent search process and to stay updated on developments, visit the Kenowa Hills superintendent search page.
FOX 17 will continue covering the search process as Kenowa Hills Public Schools works to select their next educational leader.
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