Shes a speech language pathologist and just an amazing person, but yes, its been a good journey thus far. With the resignation of Mr. Manuszak, Dundee Community Schools is beginning the process of a Superintendent Search with the assistance of Michigan Leadership Institute. 12000 Business Office Dundee Community Schools offers 403 (b) plans as a payroll deduction option. He also was a math teacher, technology coach and department chair for 12 years. He'll turn 47 next month but insists, "I'm really kind of a kid at heart." Office hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday-Friday Building doors are locked at this time, please ring doorbell for entrance. Click Here to Report an Accessibility Concern ; Dundee Schools Accessibility . Everything from dealing with personnel issue items and then also being able to take care of balancing the budget, but then the thread that kind of weaves it all together is the fact that I have this passion, its really a calling to make differences for kids and for especially early childhood education. I am calm, cool and collected and I keep a smile on my face and maintain a calm demeanor.. He also was a math teacher, technology coach and department chair for 12 years. Chris Riback: That is terrific. Gilpin said he plans to continually meet with students and staff and listen to what students value and what they want to see improved. And so weve been very fortunate as a state to offer this. One, of course, took a different position, and I understand that. Contact Mark Johnson at 517-377-1026 or atmajohnson2@lsj.com. Trustee Josh Perry referred to Patterson as capable and intelligent. Vice president Andrea Woodring said Patterson came prepared at both of his interviews and his readiness showed. You are Superintendent of Dundee community schools, which is part of Monroe County, Michigan, correct? Previously, he served as a fifth grade teacher at Hanover-Horton for nine years. } Second, take me through the process. Since 2016, Patterson has been the director of the department of assessment, research and evaluation for Dearborn Public Schools. Because the board was able to get through discussion of the candidates so quickly, it left time to complete and present its proposed contract to Patterson. After you do business with DUNDEE . Sign Up See more of Dundee Community Schools on Facebook Log In or Create new account See more of Dundee Community Schools on Facebook Log In Forgot account? DANSVILLE Dansville Schools selected a former principal and Dundee assistant superintendent to be the next leader of the school district. Edward Manuszak: It is. In his letter, Manuszak wrote that his work in Dundee "is not complete". We're a growing district so we've actually added about 300 students over the last three years since I've been there. Each of the parts and sub-parts within them are subject to change, he said, based upon community, board or stakeholder input. Patterson was one of several prospective candidates to apply for the superintendent opening, which was officially posted by the district Jan. 11 and closed Feb. 15. The board has hired the Michigan Leadership Institute to lead the search for the superintendent position vacated in January by Scot Graden, who retired after 13 years. ADDISON The Addison Community Schools Board of Education heard three different 90-day entry plans from three finalists who interviewed a second time for the district's superintendent position. To address that, Manuszak, a co-chair of AASAs Early Learning Cohort, is completing a doctoral dissertation featuring a tool he created for school districts to assess the quality of their programs for young children. Edward Manuszak: And then of course, I stand on the shoulders of many other people. Superintendents need to wear a lot of hats, he added, but most importantly they need to balance the technical side of the job with the people side of the job. (Ben) had a great first interview and not a great second interview, trustee Michael Murphy said. Click Here to Report an Accessibility Concern Copyright 2015-2023. Edward Manuszak: No, my wife is in the field of education herself. This is my 25th year as a professional educator, he says, and honestly this is the most optimistic Ive felt.
I am collaborative as a leader and that will shine through during my first 90 days, she said. Our Continuity of Learning and COVID-19 Response Plan was approved by the Monroe County Intermediate School District Superintendent and submitted to the Michigan Department of Education today. Chris Riback: Are there particular challenges in early childhood education? Wonnell has been the assistant superintendent at Dundee Community Schools since 2019. She also was a teacher in Tecumseh and out of state for 13 years. Previously, she served as a principal in Manchester for 11 years. Green earlier said those watching the interviews will be able to provide feedback online. Amy Kruppe, Hazel Park Schools superintendent; interviewing at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 29. The plan is fluid, Wonnell said, and any part of the plan could switch places with another part of the plan. Tyrone Weeks, Farmington Public Schools director of state and federal programs; interviewing at 7 p.m. Monday, April 26. The decision for superintendent ultimately came down to Patterson and finalist Ben Gilpin, an elementary school principal at the Jackson Western schools, after the third finalist, Jennifer Wonnell, assistant superintendent at Dundee Community Schools, accepted a job offer from another school district. Were a small community, we have what I think really is one of the best-kept secrets in Ingham County in terms of our focus on students and our educational product. Because it is no longer a case of schools, K-12 schools should not be referred to as K-12 schools. Bruce Nelson, superintendent of Dundee Community Schools, will answer questions at 7 p.m. today. Copyright 2023 Dundee Community Schools. Daniel Patterson, director of the department of assessment, research and evaluation for Dearborn Public Schools, will be the next superintendent of Addison schools, effective July 1. An important part of a school superintendent is to figure the whys of education, he said, such as why are students succeeding or why are students failing? I want to make sure they know they can come talk to me, he said. The decision for superintendent ultimately came down to Patterson and finalist Ben Gilpin, an elementary school principal at the Jackson Western schools, after the third finalist, Jennifer Wonnell, assistant superintendent at Dundee Community Schools, accepted a job offer from another school district. We need to help find them those avenues and find out what their passions are.. event : evt, They also need to feel valued for what they do each day, he said. Monday, April 10, 2023 Immediately following the business of the regular school board meeting. Ms. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site,. Middle School Cafeteria. It turns out at 18 you found your calling. For me, though, this was a hard decision between the two (Patterson and Gilpin). I owe a lot to people that have done this before I have been here. A Special. 12:15 p.m., Jennifer Wonnell, assistant superintendent for Dundee Community Schools since 2019. 1:10 p.m., Wes Johnson, superintendent at North Adams-Jerome Public Schools since 2017. And to have that luxury to say that I found what I wanted to do so early on in my life, I owe a debt of gratitude to her. The Dundee Community Schools are dedicated to nurturing each student's academic skills and character. 11001 August Ost Assistant Superintendent 734-529-2350, ext. listeners: [], You need to be able to balance those two pieces of the picture, he said. Patterson will work with Guerra, Williams and chief financial officer Wendy Rokita. Chris Riback: A lot. Saline Area Schools selects firm to lead search for superintendent, Saline Area Schools appoints longtime admin as interim superintendent, Saline superintendent reveals next career move, reflects on 25 years with district. I didnt hear a whole lot of substance in his second interview.. Mr. I like to hire what we dont have, he said. All rights reserved. Projector. Superintendent Scott Leach said the first one. Administrators and school leaders should always feel supported, he added, and they should know that they are neveralone. It is very unique. She replaces Amy Hodgson,who retired in December after leading the school district since 2010. We really try and to make differences for our students and their families by offering such a wide array of services. Dr. EnaShelley, retired Dean of the College of Ed, also was a huge mentor to me and is really a big influence in who I am today. Beforethat, she served as principal at Luther C. Klager Elementary and Manchester Middle SchoolinManchester Community Schools starting in 2008. In a small school district, it is a team of myselfand other people,and sometimes you just need to roll up your sleeves and get it done, she said. All rights reserved. Greenwich Public Schools Superintendent Toni Jones announced that an administrator from.
I looked it, thats intense. Guerra, 62, is retiring with two years left on his contract due to complications with a birth defect that left him with one leg shorter than the other. She also plans to be a positive ambassador for the Addison schools. Previously, he served as a fifth grade teacher at Hanover-Horton for nine years. His values as an educator, he said, harken back to doing what is right for the students. The Addison school board has also scheduled second-round interviews for 6 p.m. March 2. Being on my feet is somewhat starting to affect me, walking and that type of stuff.". Chris Riback: You recently created and released an early learning district self-assessment tool. Wonnell has been assistant superintendent at Dundee Community Schools since July 2019, according to her resume. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Contact Information. Jenny.wilson@dundee.k12.mi.us Dundee, MI 48131 Admin. email: phillipss@newberg.k12.or.us. Current Superintendent Steve Guerra is retiring at the end of June. Prior to that role, he served in a similar capacity in Riverside Unified School District in California for five years. He has also recorded a video expanding on his announcement. Edward Manuszak: Youre absolutely correct. When most of us were 18, we were struggling to figure out kind of how do we make sure to get out of bed in the morning and get to wherever we want to go and in time. Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent734-529-2350, ext. They may have the ability to make decisions based on budget or based on information that someone else gives them, but they dont have that finite detail of, okay, whats going to make a difference for early learning and early childhood ed? All rights reserved (About Us). I know that theres going to be a book thats coming that will tie it all together so there can be a true narrative about why it matters most. Really its P-20 meaning that from prenatal all the way through, when a student is 20. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 4/4/2023), Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 1/26/2023). I think there is misinformation about how good rural schools really are because in the country, the majority of superintendents are superintendents of districts, almost three quarters are 2,500 students or less in the nation. Candidates were also able to offer opening and closing statements. Pro football player. We had three candidates who were neck, neck and neck, Addison Board of Education President Scott Williams said after the meeting. Green was able to contact Patterson and informed him of the boards decision. The school district is looking for a new leader because current Superintendent Steve Guerra is retiring at the end of June. Kapp hopes to see Wonnells contract negotiated and presented to the Board of Education for approval at a meeting onWednesday or Thursday. The first phase involves listening, learning and gaining understanding. Perry said he also showed support for Patterson because Addison was the only school district Patterson applied to for a superintendent position. We are trying to do everything we can from a cutting edge standpoint. Edward Manuszak , Superintendent, Dundee Community Schools (Dundee, MI) May 2, 2022 foundationsinc.org Business Directory - DABA Contact Person 1: Eddie Manuszak Phone: 734-529-2350 x11000 Email: edward.manuszak@dundee.k12.mi.us historicdundee.com Departments - Our District - Dundee Community Schools William J. Patterson, Jackson Public Schools assistant superintendent of secondary curriculum; interviewing at 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 26. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Prior to that role, he served in a similar capacity in Riverside Unified School District in California for five years. He told the board his strengths and passions are for data, and he would use data to make sure the Addison schools are as successful as possible. ADDISON It took less than one hour of discussion time Tuesday for the Addison Community Schools Board of Education to come to an agreement on who should be the districts next superintendent. The board will then enter deliberations on which candidate is the best case before moving forward. The link to that video can be found on the district website. Students and staff from Omaha Nation High School, in Macy, Neb., visit the Genoa Indian Industrial School Museum in Genoa, Neb., on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Copyright 2023 Dundee Community Schools. "Our. Welcome to the Superintendent Page for Dundee Central School! 11001 School of Choice The 105C (Out of County) Schools of Choice deadline is the first Friday of the first week of school. Patterson said he is not a micromanager and that he believes in collaboration and setting high expectations. The candidates and their scheduled interview times are: 9a.m., Rachel Kowalski, director of teaching and learning for Clintondale Community Schools in Macomb County since 2021. Superintendent: Dr. Stephen Phillips. The 105C (Out of County) Schools of Choice deadline is the first Friday of the first week of school. This is my fourth year in the district and we have just over 1,800 total students. The key, he said, is the districts strategic planning process, which should guide the school to continuous improvement. We really thought through the interview process that … she seemed to most embody those qualities that would really continue the great thing we have going.. I like to hire those people that will help make us better.. I will make sure to build our name up so that we can have people who want to come to us, he said. 12:15 p.m., Jennifer Wonnell, assistant superintendent for Dundee Community Schools since 2019. A lot of my colleagues around the nation do not have a background in early childhood ed. Patterson has been the director of the department of assessment, research and evaluation for Dearborn Public Schools since 2016. His mother, he said, received a high school diploma, while his father was a high school dropout. And so we really worked hard and I got feedback from that group. Some of the boards concerns with Gilpin were his lack of experience as compared to Patterson and the quality of his second interview, which some board members described as less thrilling than his first interview. Teachers, he said, are the most critical piece to a students success in school. Now a lot of folks might think of those as totally separate roles, but my guess is that you see them as different offshoots of your same personal mission. We were fortunate to get him. . In my district, we have that program. Saline Area Schools' Board of Education has selected five candidates to interview later this month for its superintendent position, which was vacated following the retirement of Scot Graden in January.MLive file photo. We are a rural community. Howd that work out for me? Current Superintendent Steve Guerra is retiring at the end of June. Ill capture that and send it to the board members so that they can see what the people think about the various candidates, Green said. Hazel Park Superintendent Amy Kruppe will be the final superintendent on April 30. He also was a math teacher, technology coach and department chair for 12 years. He is exactly the type of candidate we were hoping for. Her 90-day entry plan, she said, is about building relationships and trust within the school district and the Addison community. { Chris Riback: First of all, wow. Edward Manuszak: Yes. This is my fourth year in the district and we have just over 1,800 total students. Between now and when Guerra leaves, transitional activities will be scheduled, getting Patterson involved with the district before he takes over this summer. Not very well. Lets focus there, that rural schools and rural districts face? "My physical disability is hindering me from doing what I want to do 125% of the day, Guerra said in January. But actually the idea of then being able to use like the NAYC, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, theyre going to help me publish this. He did his homework and he knew about us. Newberg Public Schools. Her entry plan is divided into three different phases: Intro to Leader, Listen and Learn, and Summarize, Analyze, Plan. How did you develop it and perhaps most importantly for superintendents, districts out there, how can superintendents use it? Welcome to the Viking Family Mr. Leach. Candidates will interview in-person, with the public able to attend on April 26, 28 and 29 at the Liberty School Board Room, 7265 North Ann Arbor St. Because seating is limited, interviews will also will be available to view via Zoom. Please fill out the attached paperwork and return it to the attention of Jenny Wilson, at 420 Ypsilanti Street, Dundee, MI48131. The interviews both Feb. 26 and Wednesday were about one hour each. She was also a teacher in Tecumseh and out of state for 13 years. Once the board members finished, a majority was in favor of Patterson over Gilpin by a 5-2 margin.
I think she really embodies the Aggie family, said Michael Kapp, president of the Dansville Schools Board of Education. Any questions can be directed to Mrs. Wilson at 734-529-2350 Ext. Chris Riback: Finding or quality or experience or both? 10:50 a.m., Daniel Patterson, director of the department of assessment, research and evaluation for Dearborn Public Schools since 2016. "I am very proud of the accomplishments we have had together; creating a comprehensive five-year District Strategic Plan (2017-2022), implementing a successful 1:1 Learning Initiative, passing the 2017 Bond and copmleting the facility upgrades, passing in May 2021 the five-year Technology Enhancement Millage, passing the November 2021 Non-Homestead Millage Renewal and Increase, surviving and thriving through a global pandemic, and most of all developing life-long friendships with the community of Dundee.". 9:55 a.m., Marvin Taylor, elementary principal and curriculum director for Athens since 2016. I am going to come to work with my research done so that I can answer any question, she said. And its an impressive piece of work. Edward Manuszak: It is a state funded four-year-old pre-K program that Michigan has now had for I think almost 10 years. Monday, March 13, 2023 Immediately following new business of the regular meeting - Closed Session. Dundee Community Schools Superintendent's Office 420 Ypsilanti Street Dundee, MI 48131 (734) 529-6101 A proposal may be obtained on the Dundee Community School's Website . Student wellness, especially over the past several years, he said, is a major component to todays makeup of a school district. I know two weeks ago we had our national conference and the national cohort came and made a visit to our district. Facebook Email or phone Password Forgot account? Going with the majority, however, was their way of showing support for Patterson. In both roles, he works to deliver excellent learning opportunities. Pattersons 90-day plan consists of five parts: student achievement, organizational capacity, governance, community and public relations, and operations and finance. Dundee Community Schools will have to finda new superintendent this summer. When I am a superintendent of a local school district, I obviously am living and breathing what my colleagues around the nation do. Edward Manuszak: Thank you very much for having me. The interview schedule and candidates, all from Michigan, are as follows. He does not have a negative about him, Willams said of Patterson. There was some bad blood in the goings-on between the (previous) administration and the school board and the teachers, he says. Previously, she served as a principal in Manchester for 11 years. Another aspect of his initial days as superintendent would be to personally speak with each teacher and get to know them on a personal and professional level. This tool quantifies all of that on a systemic level and it gives them the resources because all of the resources are embedded within the tool. As he moved on to other districts in Michigan as elementary school principal, assistant superintendent and now district leader, he became even more convinced of the paramount importance of the early years something, he says, that is not fully appreciated. And I know that you added as well before we spoke, your wife, who introduced you to your mother-in-law. 11001. It is "vitally"important, he added, that a superintendent connect with students, teachers and the community. I think were in a crisis mode right now as a nation.
His last day will be June 30, so the board is seeking a candidate who can begin work July 1. All rights reserved. Dundee Community Schools Board of Education's Superintendent Site Visitation Committee will be holding site visits of the final two candidates on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 12 and 13. Staff and community members offered feedback on the candidates. Dundee Community Schools 420 Ypsilanti Dundee, MI 48131 Phone 734 529 2350 Fax 734 529 5606. The candidates and their interview times are: Saline received applications from across the country, including Colorado, Georgia, New Mexico, New York and Pennsylvania, Board President Jennifer Steben said. Interviews are scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, in the board meeting room at Addison High School, according to information posted to the district's website. Previously, she was a program specialist and K-12 curriculum specialist for Orange County Public Schools in Florida for six years. PAUL RIEDE is a freelance education writer in Syracuse, N.Y. AASA, The School Superintendents Association |1615 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 |Phone: 703-528-0700 | info@aasa.org, AASA, The School Superintendents Association |1615 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 |Phone: 703-528-0700 |. Chris Riback: And youre also co-chair of the early learning cohort of the School Superintendents Association, the AASA. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Editors Note: The Early Learning Nation Studio recently attended the National Association for the Education of Young Childrens annual conference where we spoke with early learning researchers, policymakers, and practitioners. window.mc4wp.listeners.push( Manuszak is in his fourth year as superintendent of the 1,700-student district, located 25 miles south of Ann Arbor. Click Here to Report an Accessibility Concern. "From the moment I walked through the doors, I knew this school community was caring and student-focused, and that is a credit to the board, administration past and present staff, and parents," Wonnell said in a statement Friday. Edward Manuszak announced last Wednesday in a letter to the district's families, students and staff that he will be leaving his post at the end of the current school year to accept the. SALINE, MI - The search for a new Saline Area Schools superintendent has been narrowed to five candidates the school board will interview in the coming month. Click Here to Report an Accessibility Concern. Scott Leach Superintendent 734-529-2350, ext. It is just this phenomenal haven for families and children where we really do value every child that comes into our district. } DCS Supt. Eddie tried to knock down those walls and build relationships with people. Dundee Community Schools Superintendent Edward Manuszak said he learned of a recent social media post that informed the district that a student at the high school may harm other students. The majority of superintendents have no experience in early learning, yet early learning is probably the most important area for any students development, Manuszak says. She is not intending to come to Addison with a negative lens whileexamining things that need to be repaired or reworked. Chris Riback: What is the Great Start Readiness Program? Edward Manuszak: Yes, it does. Dundee community schools, we are located in the Northwest corner of Monroe County. })(); Edward Manuszak: Early Childhood Matters Most, Start typing to see results or hit ESC to close, Austin/Travis County Success by 6: Providing Support Birth to Five, Rebecca Gale: Every News Outlet Should Have a Childcare Beat, Avinash Verma: This Youth Advocate is Ready to Take Flight, Dr. Robert Blaine: Helping Harmonize Early Learning in Americas Cities. Instead, she said, she will be a positive leader with positive intentions. Within 15 minutes of having that opportunity I realized this was it. Theres a lot more of those types of different districts out there than what we think. A lot is the punchline. forms: { Projector. The second phase is about building momentum, and the third phase is acting on everything learned from the first two phases. The board is being aided in the search process by Rodney Green, search consultant with the Michigan Association of School Boards. Rodney Green, asearch consultant with the Michigan Association of School Boards who has been assisting the district with its superintendent search, told the board Tuesday that Wonnell had removed her name from consideration after accepting the other job offer. After interviewing six candidates Feb. 26 in an opening round of interviews, Ben Gilpin, an elementary school principal at the Jackson Western schools; Jennifer Wonnell, assistant superintendent at Dundee Community Schools; and Daniel Patterson, director of the department of assessment, research and evaluation for Dearborn Public Schools, were invited back by the board for a second round of interviews Wednesday.
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