If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district's Equity Coordinator, Cindy Menendez, Equity Coordinator, 103 Central Street, Ste 300, Glenwood, IA 51534, (712) 527-9034 or gcsdequitycoordinator@glenwoodschools.org. There was an error processing your request. Principal Richard Hutchinson says it's never ok to say a racial slur, and is glad charges were dropped against his stepson. This is the first time the public has heard from Principal Richard Hutchinson or his stepson, former Iowa State basketball player Hurl Beechum. Volunteers to work concessions 7am-11am or 11am-4pm. Testing is encouraged for any child who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19. Stephens, the second principal in less than a year to resign from the high school, cited a decline in his health and a failure to meet goals. Glenwood Community School District Superintendent Devin Embray said a principal leaving in the middle of the school year is unusual but not unheard of. I wanted to increase pride for the school, raise the spirit of the student body and improve the overall school climate, he wrote. (Glenwood) -- After only one year on the job, Glenwood High School's principal is stepping down. SALEM Salem High School Principal Samantha Meier has resigned, citing family reasons. Glenwood High School | 1501 E. Plummer, Chatham IL 62629 | P. The other major challenge is school safety. "The job was a big job. District Home | Athletics | Covid Resources | Curriculum | Directory | Menus | School Information | SEL Resources, (Doors open at 7:30 a.m. each school day). Great benefits, paid vacation. Contact Dean Olsen: dean.olsen@sj-r.com, 788-1543, twitter.com/DeanOlsenSJR. He had some health issues that surfaced that he felt he had under control. A top administrator and a counselor at Mount St. Mary Catholic High School have resigned after an independent investigation into allegations of sexual assault among students, The Oklahoman has learned.. Vice Principal Whitney Faires and school counselor Mallory Tecmire have each resigned. Embray said school officials hope to find a new candidate by mid- to late April. I feel that the responsibilities and the enormity of the position is not what I thought it would be, Stephens wrote. The principal of San Francisco's academically elite Lowell High School announced his resignation Wednesday, slamming district leadership in a letter to the community. Public, The Glenwood Springs Post Independent seeks a reporter to connect our community with the stories that matter in Garfield County,, Cashier / Customer Service Glenwood Springs $16-$20 hr Please apply online at www.bldr.com Builders FirstSource is an EOE We are, CTL|Thompson Inc. seeks a Geotechnical Associate Engineer for its Glenwood Springs, CO office. Fighting to keep her job would have meant going through a public hearing, something she said she was prepared for but is now glad she does not have to do. I do know I was hit and had fractured my eye because I did not want to listen to the word, the n word at my residence, Hutchinson describes. But he (Stephens) felt he wasn't meeting his expectations. The most challenging part of special education are the mountains of paperwork! State Sen. Mark Costello and State Rep. David Sieck addressed legislation passed and under consideration at the state capitol in 2023 during a public forum Saturday morning at Glenwood City Hall. He grew up in Chatham and graduated from Glenwood High School in 1997. Hitchcock announced his resignation to Glenwood Athletic Director Craig Denney and the boys basketball team on Monday, closing out a the 36-year-old's five-year tenure as the Demons' head boys basketball coach. While declining specifics, Glenwood School Superintendent Devin Embray tells KMA News Stephens' resignation was due to health issues. Please subscribe to keep reading. He went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree at MacMurray College and student taught at Ball Elementary in the 4th grade. Jaime Campos. (Glenbrook High Schools District 225) GLENVIEW, IL While not providing a specific reason for her departure . You have permission to edit this article. 2023 www.sj-r.com. In my opinion a racial slur is never ok, Hutchinson explained. Prior to that, he was a 5th and 6th Social Studies teacher at St. Thomas Grade School (Peoria Heights). Applicants will be narrowed to three to five finalists. CHATHAM Glenwood High School's principal has given notice that he will resign June 30 after one year on the job. Newman and district officials cannot say negative things about the other, under the agreement. A high school principal in Michigan is out of a job after an investigation found he changed the grades of dozens of students including his own children, according to a newly-released report . The successful applicant will work on completing, Join RFMBAs 6th annual Seasonal Trail Crew, May through August! Cole Albright High School Principal. Every contribution, however large or small, will make a difference. Please subscribe to keep reading. There was nothing threatening in the way that I approached them.. Shane Stephens submitted the letter of resignation to the Glenwood School Board in a Special Board Meeting Monday, stating the decision was made with a "heavy . Glenwood, Iowa, principal resigns after about a year on the job. Next Article > Latest News. Founded in 1910, we are committed to the best practice for boys in all aspects of our school. Before accepting the Glenwood High job, he was an administrator in the Alton school district for five years, including a stint as principal of Alton High School. Previous to this, she taught in the Riverton School District in several different positions - both general and special education, and was the assistant high school cheerleading coach. GLENWOOD A new principal hired less than a year ago who was predicted to do a great job at the high school resigned Monday night after failing to meet his own expectations. I have seen first-hand the impact of a Ball-Chatham education paired with the importance of middle and high school athletics, and the effect it can have on an individual, says Caitlyn. A win tonight against Glenwood (6-4) would put them in the Class AAA title game next week in Montgomery. Arriving back out there the scene was unthinkable, Beechum added. The Principal of the Glenwood Community High School has resigned. You have permission to edit this article. "We're feeling like we're closing in on the end of the hiring window," he said. We talked about it, so I knew it was coming, she said. Tepen was hired in February 2017 and took over as GHS principal last July. It is my number one priority to provide a safe, supportive learning environment for all students.. Must be Quickbook savvy and outgoing. GHS Students that work event will receive community service hours, $10 OFF Prom Ticket PLUS a chance to win a FREE dinner at Bella Terre on Prom Night. In Kansas, a student newspaper is being praised for its hard work in reporting that Pittsburg High School's newly hired principal had seemingly overstated her credentials. Scroll down to find yours, and buon appetito! Previous Article. Each donation will be used exclusively for the development and creation of increased news coverage. Research is spotty, OPS, teachers union agree on new contract with $7,200 boost in base pay, City of Omaha set to begin 156th Street expansion project, Cheetah briefly escapes enclosure at Omaha zoo, Toilet paper identified as major 'forever chemical ' polluter in wastewater, TikTok influencer with 3.9 million followers weighs in on US government ban, Jury visits crime scene in Murdaugh murder trial, Wave of poison attacks on schoolgirls across Iran is raising alarms. Ryan will begin as principal on July 1, 2020. The agreement will increase the teacher base sala, The $8.6 million project will add a median, sidewalks, curbs and turn lanes along a nearly 1-mile stretch of road. Stephens, who was hired in April 2013, replaced former principal Kerry Newman who resigned after reaching an agreement with the school district . The Omaha World-Herald says Principal Shane Stephens cited a decline in personal health and failure to meet goals as his reasons. Dale spent some time thinking about it, and decided it was a decision he wanted to make. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: I am truthfully obligated for the trust, confidence and unwavering support provided form the Glenwood Community School District in broadening my outlook, capacity and potential, he said. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. About his profession, he says, From athletics to academics, my tenure here at Ball-Chatham has allowed me to work with students in many different ways. Prosecutors have dropped criminal charges in the September fight and shooting that left the Glenwood High School Principal knocked out and bloody. His team won the state title a year ago . Stephens, who was hired in April 2013, replaced Kerry Newman, who resigned after reaching an agreement with the school district. In an e-mail to parents, Glenwood Superintendent Devin Embray thanked Stephens for his work, adding the district will pursue a replacement immediately. Tepen, who is single, said he needs to spend more time at his familys farm in Jersey County, where he grew up. However, working through remote learning has, of course, been challenging at times, but I could not be more proud of our teachers, students, parents, and community! One person injured during Mills County wreck, Drug bust results in 2 arrests in Red Oak, Multi-vehicle crash reported in Fremont County from Wednesday, Iowa DNR: bypass found in Creston discharging into marsh, Red Oak man booked on multiple charges in Mills County, Corey Michael Erickson, 44, of Shenandoah, Iowa, Ruth Elaine Holmes, 85, of Clarinda, Iowa. Principal resigns . Prior to discovering that teaching and education was what he was destined to do, he held various sales positions, and was a stay-at-home dad for a time. The parts about the hearing that would've been exonerating did not outweigh the hurt that it would cause me personally and professionally, Newman said. Error! He felt better to resign and try to get back into the (physical condition) he was in prior to taking the high school principalship, Embray said. Paul Valade | Staff Photographer, June 2020 . Superintendent Devin Embray said Thursday that Stephens will work through the years end. It is rewarding assisting a student as they reach their full potential, especially when their dreams about their future come true., Brad understands that, as there are successes in education, there are challenges as well. The Glenwood school board voted Feb. 12 to consider terminating her contract, citing five allegations: an inappropriate relationship with a district employee; unprofessional conduct; poor judgment; inappropriate use/misuse of district resources; and being a poor and ineffective role model. At a special meeting Monday evening, the Glenwood School Board approved the. His stepson Hurl Beechum says he was also attacked and went in to get his gun, when he sees his father unconscious being hit by two men. World-Herald News Service reporter Mike Brownlee contributed to this report. But there are quite a few step, The Omaha Public Schools board approved a new contract with the teachers union on Wednesday. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Brad is married to Jessieca, and they have three children: Delaney, Zoey, and Payton. We will be sharing prom-related information here: Glenwood Iowa Prom 2023 Facebook Page for all GHS students & parents/guardians. Kerry Newman and the Glenwood, Iowa, school district reached the agreement Monday. Glenwood High School is a traditional boys' high school based in Durban, South Africa. She began her career at IC in 2013 as the Assistant Womens Basketball Coach, then moved into the role of Asst. 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