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Salmon School District #291
SUPERINTENDENT
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SALMON, IDAHO
www.salmonschools.com
OUR MISSION
In partnership with our community, the Salmon School District will
academically prepare all students to build upon their individual
strengths to be creative, productive, and self-reliant citizens.
THE POSITION
The Salmon School District Board of Trustees is seeking a highly qualified, strong educational
leader to be the next Superintendent of Schools.
THE DISTRICT AT-A-GLANCE SALMON,
IDAHO
• Enrollment - 670
• Staff - 46 certified, 56 classified, 4 administrators
• School week - Salmon is a 4 day school week system, 147 school days
a year
• Budget - $12,808,701 (2021- 2022)
• Supplemental Levy - $450,000 (2020-2022) with a renewal vote on
March 8th for $500,000 (2022-2024)
• Schools
o Pioneer Elementary
o Salmon Junior and Senior High School
o Salmon Alternative High School
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Salmon is a one-to-one school district with Chromebooks and iPads available in each classroom grades K-12.
• Classrooms include such technology as interactive projectors and Apple TV units.
• One of the top Senior Project programs in the State.
• Students at the high school have access to dual credit and advanced placement opportunities.
• There is a very popular Agricultural Program and a strong FFA program where the instructor is a national
ambassador.
• Music is a high priority in Salmon and has received statewide recognition in Band, Chorus.
• The Drama Program thrives in the Salmon School District. Musicals are prepared and performed regularly.
• Gifted and Talented programs are offered in grades 3-8.
• A full Special Education program is available for students with learning disabilities.
• Athletics: The high school and junior high students compete in many sports and have proven their suc-
cess with multiple year district championships and state tournament placing, including: Football, Volleyball,
Cross Country, Basketball, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Golf, Track, and Cheerleading.
• Newly constructed 5.5 million dollar athletic facility.
• Band Director was the recipient of the 2020 Governor’s Award in the Arts.
OUR VISION
Salmon School District will:
• Set high achievement standards.
• Teach students the knowledge, creativity, skills, and values to be
successful global community members.
• Recognize the potential and success of each individual student.
• Ensure a safe, secure, and caring environment.
• Involve the community in decision-making.
THE COMMUNITY
Salmon, Idaho is a small rural community of 3,400 people and is the
county seat of Lemhi county which is nestled in a mountain valley
formed by the Lemhi and Salmon rivers. The town is surrounded by
National Forests and the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness.
Outdoor activities are a passion for the people in Lemhi County,
particularly whitewater rafting, snowmobiling, skiing, motorsports,
hunting, fishing, mountain biking and hiking. Historically, Salmon
is a ranching community but in recent years has become a popular
location for the retired. Salmon is the birthplace of Sacajawea, the
famous guide and interpreter for the Lewis and Clark expedition
and there is an exceptional interpretive center in town named after
her. Salmon has a modern hospital and has an ever growing airport
with service to Boise and other surrounding cities. A new Cobalt
mine is in the process of becoming fully operational which will
greatly add to the diverse economy of the area.
THE QUALIFICATIONS
The Board requires the Superintendent to be a strong educational leader with professional experience including:
• Hold a valid Idaho Administrative credential with Superintendent Endorsement, or be eligible for licensure
as a superintendent in Idaho.
• Work effectively with the Board, employees, residents of the District, and with educators throughout the
State.
• Demonstrate strong instructional leadership, effective communication skills, as well as budgetary
experience and a passion for students.
• Show respect, transparency, good judgment, and integrity in relationships with trustees, administrators,
teachers, parents, students, and community.
• Ready and able to chart the course for the next exciting chapter of our district by taking a creative and
innovative approach to education by minimizing budgetary constraints and maximizing educational
opportunities.
• Be of good character, with high morals and unquestionable integrity, meeting the standards of the
community and patrons being served.
Board of Trustees
THE COMPENSATION Salmon School District #291 has a very
strong and unified group of trustees
with long term ties to the community,
For the selected candidate, the Board is prepared to offer a salary of
and with a strong common sense ap-
$90,000 or more depending upon experience, and a comprehensive proach to the issues.
benefits package.
• Chuck Overacker, Board Chair
• Juniper MacFarlane, Vice Chair
APPLICATION PROCESS •
•
Kellen Miller
Dr. Richard Natelson
Interested candidates should submit applications no later
• Tammy Dahle
than - February 28, 2022.
Candidates are asked to not directly
Names of applicants will be held in strict confidence whenever possible. contact trustees. Any effort to do so
may eliminate them from consideration.
Mail: Names of applicants will be held in
Idaho School Boards Association strict confidence whenever possible.
Attn: Catherine Bates
PO Box 9797 TIMELINE:
Boise, ID 83707-4797
(or) Application Period Opens:
• February 1, 2022
Email: catherine@idsba.org
Application Deadline:
If you have questions, please contact Catherine Bates at the ISBA Office: • February 28, 2022
catherine@idsba.org or (208) 854-1476. Semi-Finalists Determined:
• Early-March 2022
A completed application packet for superintendent Reference Checks Conducted:
should include: • Mid-March 2022
• Application form available at www.idsba.org. Selection of Finalists:
• A letter stating qualifications and reasons for interest in the position. • Late-March 2022
Interviews:
• A current resume.
• Late-March 2022
• Academic transcript including degrees (copies are acceptable).
Selection of New Superintendent:
• Two to four letters of recommendation. • Early-April 2022
SALMON
• Verification that the candidate holds, Start Date: July 1, 2022
SD291
or will be qualified to hold, an Idaho
The above timeline is a draft and is
credential / license as a Superintendent. subject to possible change in the future
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