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Search Begins for New Omak School District Superintendent

Sep 20, 2019

At a regular meeting on August 27, 2019, the Omak School Board voted unanimously to use the services of a professional consultant to assist in the search for a new district superintendent. The Board’s decision was prompted by the recent announcement by current Superintendent, Dr. Erik Swanson, that this school year will be his last with the district.

“The Washington State School Directors’ Association recommends that school boards engage consultant services,” said Board Chairperson Kathie Brown. “The selection of a superintendent may be the single most important decision a board makes. An experienced consultant has the time and professional contacts to help locate and assess candidates.”

The Board hopes to have a consultant in place by November 1, 2019. “As the search for a new superintendent progresses, we will actively seek input from the entire community, including parents, citizens, staff members, and students,” said Kathie Brown. It is estimated the process will take about four months once the consultant has been hired.

The Omak School District is home to around 1,500 students, with an additional 3,500 online students through Washington Virtual Academy.