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Rockford Public Schools - Rockford, Michigan Steven Matthews, current superintendent of Novi Community Schools, will now take on the position in Rockford, MI. I am vice president of Auburn's Key Club. I am a junior at Auburn High School and a part of the dual credit program at Rock Valley College. In 2012, the district had an enrollment of 26,980 students, making it the fourth-largest school district by enrollment in Illinois. ROCKFORD, Mich. (WOOD) Rockford Public Schools has selected an interim superintendent for the next semester. Wilson-Crawford has served as the districts assistant superintendent of human resources since 2018 and has nearly two decades of experience as an educator. The mission of the Rockford Public Schools is to provide a safe teaching and learning environment which will ensure, with the support of the students, parents and community, that all students, upon graduation, will have the academic and social skills to be successful, lifelong learners in a global society. Updated: 8:54 PM EDT March 28, 2022. Rockford Public Schools has selected Korie Wilson-Crawford, assistant superintendent of human resources, to serve as interim superintendent when retiring superintendent Michael Shibler steps down on Jan. 1, 2022. Voters will have a chance to choose all seven Rockford School Board members on the April 2023 ballot.
Rockford Public Schools announces interim superintendent East Grand Rapids This year I hope that all students have a safe and fun high school experience. I'm a senior at East High School. He earned his master of education from Texas Tech University and received his bachelors degree in comparative religion from the University of Washington. A debt of gratitude is also owed to Dr. Michael Shibler who served this community for over 32 years as the Superintendent. Im not going to be a lame duck, I made it clear to the administrative team when I met with them today about my decision, that Im going to be the superintendent of Rockford Public Schools today all the way through the end of the day on December.. In 1984, he became superintendent of Clarenceville School District in Livonia, where he served for five years until he was hired as superintendent of Rockford in 1989. The outgoing superintendent helped pave the way for the districts future success with the Rockford Action Model for Success (RAMS), which he called the districts blueprint for continuous improvement.. He has overseen the implementation of a $250 million facilities plan to build schools and provide major upgrades at all campuses. ROCKFORD, MI After a long career in public education, Rockford Superintendent Michael Shibler has announced he will retire at the end of this year. Address: 350 N Main Street Rockford MI 49341 Phone Numbers: 616.863.6320. ROCKFORD, Mich. (WOOD) Two candidates remain for the open position of Rockford Public Schools superintendent. ROCKFORD, MI - After a long career in public education, Rockford Superintendent Michael Shibler has announced he will retire at the end of this year. Dr. Jarrett worked with the City of Rockford to invest in Rockford Promise, the first major college promise program in Illinois. He projects an appreciative and supporting image and is a true champion for the district. I want them to know that Im there to support them and encourage them and help them be successful.. Rockford Public Schools has selected Korie Wilson-Crawford, assistant superintendent of human resources, to serve as interim superintendent when retiring superintendent Michael Shibler. Im so excited to be on the SSAC! Korie Wilson-Crawford, the districts assistant superintendent of human resources since 2018, has been serving as interim superintendent since Jan. 1. Under Shiblers leadership, the district has successfully requested million of dollars in school bonds to improve and upgrade facilities. The school district and the Rockford School Board and administration has done its part to alleviate taxpayer burden. All rights reserved (About Us). One of my hopes is that I can honor his legacy and continue to help people remember that he did a tremendous job here in the Rockford Public Schools, he says. The bond will fund several long-term capital projects, including a new elementary on the West Side and expansion of four other buildings to address current and future growth. Rockford Public Schools Administration/Board of Education Office. And as new things develop, he says hell keep his eye on the data that emerges. Administration. Rhonda Dean has been an educational leader for over 25 years. Forest Hills Source: Rockford Register Star 1/6/2013. RPS 205 Administration Building I was elated and humbled to be selected, Matthews told SNN following the public announcement. Both of her children attend Grand Rapids Public Schools and she is an ardent supporter of public education. Godwin Heights Rockford Public Schools has a long history of continuous improvement and Dr. Matthews experience at moving districts forward will make our great district even better, said Nick Reichenbach, president of the Rockford Board of Education in a Monday, March 28 press release. I want them to know that Im there to support them and encourage them and help them be successful., Superintendent Steven Matthews Previous positions: Superintendent, Novi Public Schools (2011-2022) and Grand Ledge Public Schools (2008-2011) Director of curriculum and assessment, Troy Public Schools Instructor of teacher education, Wayne State University and the University of MichiganEducation: Doctorate of education, Wayne State University Masters of education, Texas Tech University Bachelor of arts in comparative religion from the University of WashingtonFamily: wife, Janice, and three sons. And as far as Im concerned theres no substitute for that.. She will take over as interim superintendent on Jan. 1, 2022, according to a news release from the district. Northview Sitting down at lunch tables with students to see how theyre doing is data thats just as important as hard data, he says, because if a student doesnt feel like they belong, if they dont feel like theres someone in the building who cares for them, then theyre not going to invest. Prior to becoming Superintendent for Rockford Area Schools, Rhonda was the Principal of Rockford High School (1-yr), Minneapolis Washburn (4 yrs), Andover High School, (6 yrs), and a member of the administrative team that opened Wayzata High School in 1997 for 11yrs. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. The purpose of the SSAC is to present student voice to the Superintendent and the School Board, and to represent the Superintendent in Rockford public high schools and in the community. I am a junior at Auburn High School. Im a senior at Jefferson High School. By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Kent City The most recent bond, approved by voters in 2019, will generate $185 million for Rockford over the next decade to support the districts nearly 8,000 students. In my lifetime, I have been privileged to serve as an educator in the State of Michigan for 53-1/2 years and honored to serve as your superintendent of schools for the past 32-1/2. I am a senior at Guilford High School and the founder of You Matter Organization. But when the COVID-19 crisis hit Michigan in March 2020, Shibler decided to stick with the district a little longer to provide Rockford with consistent leadership during those uncertain times. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. I participate in cross country and long-distance track as a captain as well as serve as president of Auburns Model United Nations. ROCKFORD, Mich. (WOOD) Tuesday marks the first round of interviews for the next superintendent of Rockford Public Schools. I am a senior at Auburn High School in the Gifted Academy. Before coming to Rockford, Wilson-Crawford served at Greenville Public Schools for 17 years in various teaching and leadership roles. With this redesign, the district was named the nations third Ford Next Generation Learning Model Community. Assistant Superintendent of Finance. ROCKFORD, MI - Rockford School District has named Steve Matthews, superintendent of Novi Community Schools, as its new superintendent.
Rockford Public School District 205 Finalist interviews set for next Rockford superintendent The superintendent first began considering retirement just before the pandemic began. Together they have built a district that many want to be a part of myself included. Enrollment: 7,768Graduation Rate: 98%Instructional Staff: 443Support Staff: 665Administrators: 42Foundation Grant: $8,700Budgeted Expenditures: $92,261,349June 30, 2022, Projected Fund Balance: $7,745,975 QUALITY COMMUNITY-QUALITY SCHOOLS The quality of instruction at RPS is second to none. All rights reserved (About Us).
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About the Superintendent - Rockford Public Schools - RPS 205 East Grand Rapids With the states updated school funding model, Dr. Jarrett has prioritized strategic budgeting and increased resources for all schools, emphasizing support for schools with the greatest need. In a letter to the Rockford Public Schools Board of Education Friday . Rhondas experiences as an educational leader in urban, rural and suburban school districts, makes her uniquely qualified for the position as superintendent. Matthews is expected to take over leadership of the district by July 1, and Wilson-Crawford will continue in the interim role until then. Dr. Jarrett was a driving force behind the high school redesign to smaller career academies with innovative support from the local business community. (Photo provided to MLive by Rockford Public Schools). The Rockford Public Schools Board of Education has finalized a superintendent contract with Dr. Steve Matthews. More RPS 205 students than ever are choosing to be teachers in a grow-your-own scholarship program, a partnership with Rockford University. I joined the SSAC to make sure every voice is heard, to work on improving current structures in our education system, and to make a difference in my school and community. Jason Barthel jason.barthel@rps205.com Chief Information Officer Mr. Barthel oversees the Technology Services, IT Security, Information Services and Educational Technology Departments. Im a junior at East High School. Academics Blue Ribbon Exemplary Schools Superintendent of Schools. He tweets, Its Rockford Water Polo!
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Meet the Cabinet - Rockford Public Schools - RPS 205 Because my years serving the Rockford Public Schools and community have been the most rewarding of my career, it is bittersweet that I submit to you my intent toretire effective December 31, 2021. This Kent City student is planning a career in law enforcement to help women and children in need Pursuing the law to help those in tough places, Seeing the world through the eyes of someone else, Inspired by grandfather, he inspired generations of students, Juniors publish book inspired by authors work, Student musicians take sounds outside the classroom, Increasing entertainment accessibility for the hard-of-hearing community, Students tackle youth mental health crisis with peers, Amid youth mental health crisis, districts invest in new programs, New elementary school gets nature-inspired name, Project-based learning makes second-graders real authors. Dr. Mark W. Bills, Superintendent Peoria Public Schools (1963-1968) Dr. Claude E. Norcross, Superintendent Peoria Public Schools (1968-Carl Placher (1963-1967) . But the longtime superintendent said Rockford Public Schools will always be a part of who he is. School News Network is community journalism at work, funded through the donations of our sponsors and member school districts and developed by Kent ISD. He was expected to make the formal announcement at the districts Monday, June 28, school board meeting, according to the agenda. Lowell Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. In Kent and Ottawa counties alone, retirements were announced this year at Holland, Kentwood, Zeeland, Jenison, West Ottawa, Lowell, Ottawa Area Intermediate School District and Kent Intermediate School District.
I am a junior at Guilford High School. Prior to becoming Superintendent for Rockford Area Schools, Rhonda was the Principal of Rockford High School (1-yr), Minneapolis Washburn (4 yrs), Andover High School, (6 yrs), and a member of the administrative team that opened Wayzata High School in 1997 for 11yrs. The initiative began in 1989 with RAMS I and, 10 three-year strategic plans later, the district is now in RAMS XI. Im a captain for cross country and track and a volunteer for Rockford Promise. I knew the district because Dr. Shibler was a legendary figure having been here 32 1/2 years, Matthews says. He is finding solutions to the worker and teacher shortage with unique grow-your-own teacher pathway programs that focus on current school support staff and students, plus a principal development program. RELATED: Grand Rapids area hit by wave of school superintendent retirements amid COVID-19. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. He initially held off on retiring because of the coronavirus pandemic. Rockford 2023 Advance Local Media LLC.
Superintendent Update - Rockford Public Schools Interim Superintendent Announced - Rockford Public Schools Sometimes when the superintendent walks into a (school) building people get nervous, he says.
Rockford Public Schools Superintendent - RPL's Local History I work with people to help them be successful, which in turn makes the school district successful. RELATED: Rockford Superintendent Michael Shibler is retiring after 32 years with district. 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 7/1/2023). YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Before serving as superintendent for Novi and Grand Ledge, Matthews was the director of curriculum and assessment for Troy Public Schools for 10 years. Hes been baking his cookies throughout his tenure as a superintendent in Novi Public Schools and Grand Ledge Public Schools and finds that it helps break down barriers. ROCKFORD, Mich. (WOOD) The longtime superintendent of Rockford Public Schools is retiring at the end of the year. NIUs College of Education has honored him as Alumni of the Year; he also is an emeritus member of NIU Alumni Board. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. I am a member of the District Equity Circle, the NAACP, and a teen leadership program called UKUU. I look forward to all the opportunities I have to volunteer and help the city of Rockford. A debt of gratitude is owed to Korie Wilson-Crawford who served as the interim Superintendent for the last six months. Lakes Elementary Principal Mindy McGinn says shes thrilled by the approach he is taking. School Psychologist at Rockford Public Schools, #205 In addition to providing direction for the opening of the 2021-22 school year, I also want to facilitate the development and completion of the districts eleventh strategic plan for continuous improvement, RAMS XI. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. She served as the editor-in-chief for Calvin University's student newspaper and then spent nine years as a writer and content strategist at her alma mater. EC FAMILY SUPP PROF 10MON/8HR. A Calvin University graduate, she later returned to Calvin to help manage its national writing festival. Byron Center I will welcome you to meet with me throughout the school year in a variety of venues such as coffees and book clubs. I joined the SSAC because I wanted to be a part of something that helps make a difference in the community. When you see me in a school, at a school activity, or in the community, please say hello. Korie Wilson-Crawford, the district's current assistant superintendent of human . Those two sets of characteristics will be very beneficial for students as they go through their adult life, he said.
This is my second year on the SSAC, and I am very excited to help RPS 205 schools grow and prosper within our community. While the past school year was incredibly demanding for students and educators alike, Shibler said he believes Rockford was successful in being innovative and effective during the pandemic. After he retires, Shibler plans to travel and pursue other personal interests as well as remain part of the Rockford community. Beth Heinen Bell is a reporter (covering Cedar Springs, Grandville, Lowell and Rockford), editor, copy editor and social media manager. He and his team have created a sound budget this year that will provide for the districts current and future students. Godwin Heights Shibler, who has been Rockford's . 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. This is my third year in RPS 205 and my first year in SSAC. She earned a masters degree in educational leadership and is currently pursuing a doctorate in educational and organizational leadership at Vanderbilt University, according to the district. The SSAC meets regularly with the Superintendent and participates in ambassadorial events within their schools, the district, and the community. Our expert, Judd NeSmith, is here to give the lowdown on exercises that can reduce pain caused by aging. The evaluation itself was conducted on Nov. 30, according to a news release from the district.
PDF Bent, Leo G.; And Others TITLE Grouping of the Gifted: An - ERIC He has ben superintendent of Novi since 2011, prior to that he served as superintendent of Grand Ledge Public Schools from 2008 to 2011. Northview As an admin, I havent had to worry or wonder what that means for me or my future, because from the very beginning he has been very pointed about the relational capacity of his leadership. Cedar Springs McGinns only complaint? Retirement will allow me to pursue travel and other personal interests Ive not been able to previously enjoy as well as to devote more time to my loved ones. Students now enroll in one of 14 career pathways, coinciding with a 500% increase in dual credit course enrollment, a 300% increase in Advanced Placement course enrollment, plus providing students with a menu of 14 career/job certifications to earn before they graduate. Matthews concurs.
I am excited to learn and grow from this opportunity and to provide for my community. Kentwood 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. The sense of belonging in the school environment, he says, carries just as much weight as test scores when it comes to student success. Following the first round of interviews, Steve Matthews, superintendent of Novi. Bixbys Last Day, one of his all-time favorite books.. After 32 years as superintendent of Rockford Public Schools, Michael Shibler announced on Monday, June 28, that he will retire on Dec. 31, 2021.
Rockford School District names Steve Matthews as new superintendent - mlive Shibler leaves the district as one of the longest-serving superintendents in the West Michigan region, having devoted the majority of his career to Rockford Public Schools.
I plan to remain a part of the Rockford community and I look forward to seeing the RPS continue to flourish under the guidance of the Board of Education and through the hard work and dedication of itsemployees. Ferris State taps Grand Rapids Community College president as sole finalist to be next leader, Michigan photographer of the year, 23 other awards won by MLive photojournalists, Police say theyve tracked shooting suspect to Holland-area apartment complex. Number of employees at Rockford Public Schools in year 2021 was 129. You have remained a tireless advocate for public education on behalf of all students, but particularly for those in Rockford and Kent County. By Beth Heinen Bell September 15, 2021 Korie Wilson-Crawford, head of human resources, will serve as interim superintendent while the school board searches for a successor to longtime Superintendent Michael Shibler, who retires Dec. 31 The Rockford Public Schools are one of the premier school districts in the state of Michigan. In regards to Matthews instructional leadership, the superintendent has demonstrated an ability to lead Rockford school staff toward continuous school improvement, the board said. 616.863.6555 . The Rockford Public Schoolsequityvision is to create learning environments that workforallstudentsand interrupt the predictability of student outcomes based on zip code. After six years of teaching, he went on to become a high school administrator in Brighton, and later moved up to assistant superintendent for curriculum and personnel. The school board is entering into contract negotiations with Matthews in conjunction with the Michigan Leadership Institute. The new superintendent for Rockford Public Schools would rather pay monthly visits to the 13 schools in his district wearing a Rockford Rams polo, a respectable pair of slacks and his new orange-striped Adidas sneakers. He has overseen the implementation of a $250 million facilities plan to build schools and provide major upgrades at all campuses. Avink, Jill | Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources/Payroll/Benefits Coordinator, Administration Send an Email. The mission of RPS 205 Technology Services is to ensure equitable and secure access to achieve a 21st century education that enhances student achievement. He was the director of curriculum and assessment for the Troy School District from 1998 to 2008. I'm a part of the TRIO Upward Bound Program and my dream is to work with kids. My experience both as a curriculum director and as a superintendent helps me focus on making sure that what we say were doing is what were actually doing.. I am thrilled to be given this opportunity and am most excited to be a voice for others. By Logan T. Hansen | lhansen@mlive.com Rockford Public Schools will be down a longtime administration member come the end of the calendar year as Dr. Ryan Kelley,. Matthews comes to Rockford with a legacy of his own, one of nearly 40 years spent in education. Published: Mar. By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The strategic plan outlines the districts short- and long-term goals and is renewed every three years.
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Kalamazoo Public Schools board welcomes new superintendent and RPS is blessed that someone with Dr. Matthews experience, reputation and service to students is leading us, Reichenbach says. His experience is what made him stand out in the applicant pool, says Rockford Board of Education President Nick Reichenbach. During his tenure, Shibler helped pave the way for the districts future success with the Rockford Action Model for Success (RAMS), which he calls the districts blueprint for continuous improvement.. Steven Matthews extensive leadership skills and experience are a defining strength of his work as Superintendent in Rockford Public Schools, the board said in its executive summary.
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