Hickman
County School Superintendent, Casey Henderson, met with Hickman County
Elementary School’s SBDM council on April 13, 2020 and began the process of
hiring a new principal for the upcoming school year.The
council came up with a list of qualifications they would like to see the next
principal meet.
Those
criteria are:
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Welcomes input and will be a model of good communication among all
stakeholders of the school community: parents and families, students, teachers,
staff, administrators, and the community at large.
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Has had experience in the classroom and understands the demands placed
on teachers in terms of expectations, testing, classroom management, etc.
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Understands the connection of school culture to student achievement is
built through positive relationships with all stakeholders.
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Believes in and understands developmentally appropriate instruction and
continuous progress for all students by having set expectations for high levels
of learning.
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Believes in and will carry out consistent discipline techniques based on
school policies that provide a safe, positive learning environment and will
also promote student empowerment, self-control, and self-discipline.
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Is committed to closing achievement gaps and ensuring proficiency for
all students.
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Has an educational philosophy consistent with our school’s mission and
Kentucky’s education system.
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Understands school based decision making and will support SBDM process.
As we move forward with the hiring process, we welcome your
input. Feel free to contact a member of the Site Based Decision Making Council
to provide any feedback. The Site Based Decision Making members are Casey
Henderson, chairman, [email protected];
Kristen Johnson, [email protected];
Ashley Workman, [email protected]; Jenah
Blalock, [email protected];
Emily Smith, [email protected]