Leadership Characteristics for Our Next Superintendent

Oct. 30, 2023

The Brentwood School District Board of Education has partnered with Ray and Associates to assist in conducting a comprehensive search for our next superintendent of schools. The search process is already underway, with the anticipated announcement of our new superintendent in February 2024.

Earlier this month, Ray and Associates facilitated nine in-person and virtual focus groups, as well as an online survey, to gather thoughts and feedback from students, staff, families and community members. This process identified 12 leadership characteristics that our community believes are most important for candidates interested in becoming our next superintendent, including:

• Promotes a positive and professional environment that includes mutual trust and respect among teachers, support staff, administrators and the Board of Education.
• Is a strong communicator in speaking, listening and writing.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills, presents a positive image of the district, listens to input and is a decision-maker.
• Has a strong moral compass that is rooted in justice and equality.
• Is strongly committed to a student-centered philosophy in all decisions.
• Promotes positive and inclusive student behavior conducive to a healthy and safe learning environment.
• Possesses the leadership skills, knowledge and sensitivity required to respond to the opportunities and challenges presented by a diverse student body and community.
• Can develop and communicate a vision of quality education for the future to the board, staff and community.
• Is able to build consensus and commitment among individuals and groups.
• Is able to delegate and oversee the work of staff, lead by example and appropriately maintain accountability.
• Is committed to the importance of both academic and extracurricular programs.
• Demonstrates commitment to community visibility and is actively engaged in a broad range of community groups and organizations.

Ray and Associates opened the application process on Wednesday, Oct. 25. The deadline to complete the application process is Jan. 1, 2024. The Board of Education will work closely with Ray and Associates to review all applications and conduct interviews with candidates that best reflect the values and aspirations of our district. This process will involve careful consideration of each candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as their commitment to student learning, growth and achievement.

We appreciate the valuable input and engagement of our community members in shaping the criteria for our next superintendent. Thank you for your continued support and involvement as we work to find the best candidate to lead our district into the future.

Finding the Next Leader of Brentwood Schools

Oct. 16, 2023

Dear Brentwood Community,

As we, the members of the Brentwood School District Board of Education, embark on the process of selecting our next superintendent of schools, we do so with a profound sense of purpose, guided by our unwavering commitment to student learning, growth and achievement.

Our district is at a pivotal moment, and your input is essential in shaping the future of public education in our community. To ensure your voices are heard, we have partnered with Ray and Associates to conduct a comprehensive search that embraces the diverse perspectives that make our district exceptional.

The search process is already underway, and we anticipate announcing our new superintendent in February 2024. Your active involvement is crucial in making this decision, and we have organized several opportunities for you to participate in the process this week.

Superintendent Search Focus Groups

Ray and Associates will facilitate a total of nine in-person and virtual focus groups on Tuesday, Oct. 17 and Wednesday, Oct. 18. These sessions will provide you with a platform to share your thoughts, concerns and aspirations directly with the search team. You can find detailed information about the focus group times, locations and virtual meeting links on our website in the Superintendent Search section.

Superintendent Search Survey

For those who cannot attend the focus groups, we encourage you to share your thoughts and feedback through our Superintendent Search Survey. The survey is now open and will remain available until Thursday, Oct. 19 at 5 p.m.

Thank you for being an integral part of our school community. We look forward to your participation in the superintendent search process, and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. Together, we can make a difference in the future of education for our students.

Sincerely,

Lindsay Spencer
Board of Education President

Superintendent Search Focus Group Opportunities

Oct. 10, 2023

The Brentwood School District Board of Education has partnered with Ray and Associates to assist in conducting a comprehensive search for our next superintendent of schools. The search process is already underway, with the anticipated announcement of our new superintendent in February 2024.

Ray and Associates will facilitate a total of four in-person and virtual focus groups for parents and community members on Tuesday, Oct. 17 and Wednesday, Oct. 18. The calendar below has been carefully developed to accommodate the diverse schedules and preferences of our school community.

In-Person Focus Groups: Tuesday, Oct. 17

• In-Person Focus Group with Community Members
  • Time: 10 a.m.
  • Location: Administrative Office (1201 Hanley Industrial Ct.)

• In-Person Focus Group with Parents
  • Time: 6:30 p.m.
  • Location: BHS-BMS Library (2225 High School Dr.)

Virtual Focus Groups: Wednesday, Oct. 18

• Virtual Focus Group with Parents and Community Members
  • Time: 12 p.m.
  • Join Zoom Meeting
  • Passcode: 920548
  • Meeting ID: 832 9295 1200

• Virtual Focus Group with Parents
  • Time: 6:30 p.m.
  • Join Zoom Meeting
  • Passcode: 897227
  • Meeting ID: 847 8633 4265

For those unable to attend in-person or virtual focus groups, we encourage you to share your thoughts and feedback via an online survey. The survey is now open and will be available until Thursday, Oct. 19 at 5 p.m.

• Superintendent Search Survey

Your feedback and active participation are vital in helping us select the best candidate to lead our district into the future. Please take a moment to complete the online survey and consider joining one of our focus groups to share your valuable insights. Together, we can shape the future of our district and ensure it aligns with the expectations and aspirations of our community.

Board of Education Begins Search for Next Superintendent

Oct. 4, 2023

The Brentwood School District Board of Education has officially begun its search for a new superintendent of schools, voting on Sept. 26 to hire Ray and Associates, Inc. to assist in conducting a comprehensive search. Ray and Associates specializes in school executive leadership searches and has a reputation for recruiting outstanding candidates that match the expectations of the board and community.

The board will begin the search process immediately, with the anticipated announcement of our next superintendent in February 2024. Community engagement is an essential part of the search process, and we encourage all members of our community - students, staff, families and community members - to share their thoughts and feedback during in-person and virtual focus groups, as well as an online survey in the coming weeks.

Superintendent Search Survey

The online survey asks participants to review 31 leadership characteristics and select the top 10 traits they believe are most important for candidates interested in becoming our district’s next superintendent. The survey is now open and will be available until Thursday, Oct. 19 at 5 p.m.

• Superintendent Search Survey (English)
• Superintendent Search Survey (Spanish)
• Superintendent Search Survey (Japanese)
• Superintendent Search Survey (Chinese)
• Superintendent Search Survey (Urdu)
• Superintendent Search Survey (Bosnian)

In-Person and Virtual Focus Groups

Ray and Associates will also facilitate a total of nine in-person and virtual focus groups on Tuesday, Oct. 17 and Wednesday, Oct. 18. More information, including times, locations and virtual meeting links, will be shared early next week.

Your feedback and active participation are vital in helping us select the best candidate to lead our district into the future. Please take a moment to complete the online survey and consider joining one of our focus groups to share your valuable insights. Together, we can shape the future of our district and ensure it aligns with the expectations and aspirations of our community.