Dear Staff, Students and Community,

The Board of Education is pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Johnson has agreed to serve the district as its Interim Superintendent effective July 1, 2008.  He will be appointed at the June 2, 2008 Board of Education meeting.  Dr. Johnson comes to us with 32 years of experience.  During his career, he has served in many capacities including that of elementary and middle school principal, high school assistant principal, counselor, teacher, assistant superintendent and superintendent. He is a proven leader who shows respect for others and keeps the needs of children first.  Due to his knowledge and commitment to improving educational standards and, therefore, increasing student performance, he is a good choice to continue the progress the District has made in moving forward with educational initiatives and programs already in place.

Dr. Johnson also brings with him a solid financial background and negotiations skills which will be a tremendous help in moving our Corrective Action Plans along. The Board of Education believes that he is a strong, effective leader who is professional, knowledgeable and articulate.  The BOE feels he is a good choice to continue to move the district in a forward direction.

Dr. Johnson will be available during the month of June to meet with the various stakeholder groups, and there will be a schedule forthcoming from Dr. Albano. 

Sincerely,

Mike Varney

President – Board of Education