Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates is assisting the St. Francis, Minnesota Area Schools, as it seeks an outstanding educational leader to serve as their Superintendent of Schools beginning on July 1, 2022.
St. Francis Area Schools is nestled in the woods and fields of northern Anoka County and southern Isanti County of Minnesota. This 165 square mile oasis of fresh air, clean water and livable space focuses on a quality of life that the residents feel is second to none, yet is a convenient drive from downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul.
The nine municipalities encompassed within the district include the cities of St. Francis, Bethel, East Bethel, Oak Grove, portions of Andover and Nowthen, as well as portions of Athens, Linwood and Stanford townships.
The student enrollment now exceeds 4,500 students in the seven schools of the district and the district employs more than 800 staff members. Students in grades K-5 enjoy a 25:1 student teacher ratio. High school students take advantage of 29 Advanced Placement or college courses. Masters degrees are held by 54% of the staff and 1,075 students participate in the 44 offerings of athletic, fine arts and extracurricular programs.
The mission of St. Francis Area Schools is to equip all students with the knowledge and skills to empower them to achieve their dreams and full potential while becoming responsible citizens in a dynamic world.
CORE VALUES OF ST. FRANCIS AREA SCHOOLS
- We believe that trust and respect are fundamental for thriving relationships.
- We believe that our community flourishes when individuals, families and organizations collaborate.
- We believe that every person matters and has values.
- We believe that responsibility and accountability are essential for personal growth, organizational improvement and community engagement.
- We believe that commitment to high expectations is essential to help achieve full individual and collective potential.
- We believe that everyone benefits when culture and diversity are understood and respected.
- We believe that lifelong learning enriches individuals and creates opportunities.
- We believe that open exchanges of ideas and communicated planning are integral for continuous improvement.
Specific desired leadership characteristics and attributes are expected to be finalized and posted on or around April 19. Applications are reviewed as submitted and no application will be reviewed after April 29.
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