To the Editor:
Dear residents of Fillmore.
The FUSD School Board is searching for a new Superintendent of Schools. What sort of person do you want to fill that important position?
Do you want a Superintendent who seeks out the best people to fill senior positions such as assistant superintendents and school principals? Or are you satisfied with a Superintendent who hires people with very questionable records?
Do you want a Superintendent who looks within the local area to fill important positions? Or are you satisfied with a Superintendent who brings in his cronies from everywhere but the Fillmore area?
Do you want a Superintendent who routinely visits the schools, finds out what is going on, and establishes a rapport with staff and students? Or are you satisfied with someone who never leaves his office?
Do you want a Superintendent who seeks input from the public on important issues? Or are you satisfied with someone who violates the California Education Code by ignoring requests that items be placed on the school board agenda?
Now is the time for you to speak out and tell the School Board what you expect from the new Superintendent. Request to be part of selection process and ask to be on the selection committee.
The school system is the most important asset of the Fillmore community. Potential new businesses and families judge the community on the schools and make decisions based on what they see.
Get involved, go to school board meetings, and visit your schools.
Karen Ashim, Retired Head Counselor Fillmore High School
MS Guidance and Counseling
MA School Administration