Schools
District 36 Extends Superintendent's Contract
Dr. Thomas Hagerman will lead Winnetka Public Schools through June 2017.
Superintendent Dr. Thomas Hagerman's contract with Winnetka Public Schools has been extended through June 2017, the district announced Tuesday.
Hagerman started his job July 1, 2011 with a three-year contract. District 36 voted unanimously to extended the contract for another three years following a formal review of his performance, according to a press release.
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“We are impressed with and grateful for the leadership Dr. Hagerman has demonstrated in the District since last July," said Board President Dana Crumley in the press release. "He has worked thoughtfully with teachers and administrators to tackle a long list of annual goals and has also embarked on a thorough strategic planning process to determine a path for the future.”
Since he was hired, Hagerman has settled the teachers’ contract, hired a new CFO and new principals at Hubbard Woods and The Skokie School, implemented a comprehensive communications plan, initiated a grassroots strategic planning process and worked with staff to develop a common definition of progressive education practices for the district.
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He signs all of his communications “In Service.” According to the press release, Hagerman said that closing “serves as a reminder that everything I do in my role as superintendent is done in service not only to our students but, in fact, to our parents and the entire Winnetka community.”
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