The search for the next superintendent of Royal Oak Schools is progressing with purpose and care, guided by the voices of our community. Throughout March and April, families, staff, students, and community members were invited to provide input through surveys and engagement opportunities to help shape the future leadership of our district.
In April, the Board of Education held a collaborative workshop with Dr. Rodney Green, a consultant from the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB). Using the feedback gathered from stakeholders, the board developed a candidate profile to guide the search process and ensure alignment with our district’s mission, fostering an inclusive, diverse, safe, and student-first environment.
The application window for interested candidates officially closed on May 1. First and second round interviews are scheduled to take place in mid-May, with the board aiming to identify a leader who can support growth-minded students and adapt to the dynamic needs of education today.
The public is invited to a Board workshop meeting on May 9 starting at 4 p.m. at the board office. At this meeting the board will review candidates applications, review questions for the interviews, and go over the next contract for the Superintendent.
First round interviews are tentatively scheduled for May 13 and 14, starting at 5:30 p.m. and are open to the public. Final candidates will visit and tour Royal Oak Schools on May 16. There is an open house to meet the candidates from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. at 800 DeVillen in the board room of the Administrative Offices. The second and final round of interviews will begin at 5 p.m.
These interviews are open to the public. They will not be livestreamed or recorded.
We look forward to introducing you to the selected candidate in our next publication and beginning this new chapter together, focused on excellence, innovation, and connection across our school community.
Thank you to everyone who shared their voice in this important process.