Colonial Heights (VA) Public Schools Announcement of Superintendent Search

THE CITY

Colonial Heights, located in southeastern Virginia and originally a part of Chesterfield County, became a town in 1926 and an incorporated city in 1948. Its current charter as a fully-independent city was granted in 1960. Colonial Heights' history goes back much further, however, as it was the site of significant battles during both the American Revolution and the Civil War.

THE DIVISION

Mission: Colonial Heights Public Schools, in partnership with the home and the community, will provide each student with a relevant, quality education. The skills taught shall enable each student to become a self-sufficient, productive member of the global society prepared to enter the job market and/or continue his/her education.

Budget: $40,177,623

PK-12 Total Student Enrollment: 2,820

Full Time Personnel:  456

Part Time Personnel: 70

On Time Graduation Rate: 92.54%

Schools: The division consists of 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

Web Site: https://www.colonialhts.net/

Candidates must meet the legal requirements to be licensed or be eligible for licensure as a superintendent in Virginia. Questions concerning the eligibility requirement should be directed to Patty S. Pitts, Office of Professional Licensure, State Department of Education, P.O. Box 2120, Richmond, VA 23218-2120, Telephone: (804) 371-2522

SALARY

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Application will be available January 2, 2019.

Candidates should not make contact with school board members. Inquiries should be directed to Gina Patterson, executive director, Virginia School Boards Association, 200 Hansen Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911, 434-295-8722 or gina@vsba.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer