Request for Interest in Serving on the RSU 20 Superintendent Search Committee

REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT #20

Searsport ∙ Stockton Springs 

 

Office of the Superintendent

6 Mortland Road

Searsport ME  04974

Telephone:  207/548-6643 Fax:  207/548-2310



To:       Parents, Staff and Community members who reside in RSU 20

From:  Denise Dakin 

           Chair of the RSU 20 Superintendent Search Committee

 

Subject: Request for Interest in Serving on the RSU 20 Superintendent Search Committee

 

We are sad to announce the retirement of Superintendent of Schools Chris Downing effective June 30th, 2025.  As a result, we are seeking insight into the process of selecting the next Superintendent of Schools for RSU 20.

 

As you may know, the position of Superintendent is one of immense responsibility and influence, shaping the educational landscape for our children and future generations. It is imperative that we engage in a comprehensive and inclusive search process to identify the most qualified candidate who aligns with our community's values, goals, and vision for education.

 

To ensure a thorough and transparent selection process, we are in the initial stages of forming a Superintendent Search Committee. This committee will play a vital role in reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, and ultimately recommending the most suitable individual to lead our district forward to the School Board.

 

We are reaching out to community members, staff and parents who are passionate about education, possess diverse perspectives, and are committed to the betterment of our schools. We believe that your involvement in this process would greatly enrich our efforts and contribute to the selection of a superintendent who reflects the aspirations of our students and community.

 

The search committee will be comprised of 2 Board Members, 2 Central Office Staff, 2 Administrators, 2 Teachers, 2 Parents and 2 Town Officials.   If you are interested in serving on the Superintendent Search Committee, please send an email to Jessica George at [email protected] no later than October 28th. In this email, please include your name, the town you reside in, and a brief statement outlining your reasons for wanting to serve on the committee.  Serving on this committee will require a significant amount of time.  A mandatory training for all members of the Interview committee will take place on November 13 at 5:30 pm via zoom.  Interviews will take place in the evening in early December.  In order to participate on the search committee, you must be available to participate in every activity.

 

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Denise Dakin at [email protected]

 

Warm regards,

 

Denise Dakin

Board Chair RSU 20 Schools