District 186 Faculty, Staff, Parents/Guardians, and Community:
As you know, the Springfield Public Schools District 186 Board of Education has begun the process of conducting a search for the district’s next permanent superintendent, who will begin on July 1, 2026.
The selection of a superintendent is probably the most important decision a Board of Education will make; therefore, the Board has enlisted the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) to assist with this process.
One of the first major tasks is to identify the traits, skills, and characteristics that are most important for the next superintendent to possess. Therefore, the Board of Education is seeking the input of stakeholders to help with this. The Board invites and encourages all staff, parents/guardians, and interested community members to complete a brief online survey provided by the IASB.
The survey for staff/parents/community members can be accessed here - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NHZH5R7
The survey deadline is September 27, 2025 at 11:45 p.m.
The results of the surveys will be compiled by IASB and used to develop the “Ideal Candidate Traits” that will be included in the advertising brochure. This information will be shared at an upcoming Board meeting. Survey responses are anonymous; no names will be attached.
Thank you in advance for providing your feedback on this survey and for your interest in the superintendent search.
Sincerely,
Springfield Public Schools District 186 Board of Education