Superintendent Search
Cedar Springs Public Schools is beginning the search for our next superintendent. We are committed to a thoughtful and transparent process that reflects our district's values and the voices of our students, staff, families and community.
This page will serve as the central location for superintendent search updates throughout the process. As information becomes available, we will share important dates, application information, community engagement opportunities and Board of Education updates.
Questions about the Superintendent Search? We are committed to a transparent and collaborative search process. If you have questions about the search, timeline or superintendent position, please contact Mark Dobias, Consultant, Michigan Association of School Boards at mrdobias@gmail.com.
Community Listening Sessions
The Cedar Springs Board of Education invites students, families, staff and community members to participate in Community Listening Sessions on Wednesday, Aug. 19, as part of the search for the next superintendent of Cedar Springs Public Schools.
These sessions are an opportunity to share feedback about the qualities, skills and characteristics our community would like to see in the district's next superintendent. Feedback gathered during the sessions will help guide the Board of Education throughout the search process.
Sessions will be facilitated by Mark Dobias, consultant with the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB).
Location:
Cedar Springs District Office/Early Childhood Center. Enter through Door #11. Staff will direct attendees to the conference room.
| Time | Group |
|---|---|
| 8 a.m. | Parents/Community |
| 9 a.m. | Central Office Staff |
| 9:45 a.m. | Administrators |
| 10:30 a.m. | Teachers/Professional Staff |
| 11:15 a.m. | CSEA |
| Noon | Break |
| 12:45 p.m. | Support Staff |
| 1:30 p.m. | Support Staff Union |
| 2:15 p.m. | Students |
| 3 p.m. | Open Drop-In Sessions |
| 4:30 p.m. | Teachers/Professional Staff |
| 6 p.m. | Parents/Community |
Tentative Search Timeline
The Board of Education has established the following timeline for the superintendent search. This section will be updated throughout the process as milestones are completed.
All Dates are Subject to change.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2026 | Community Survey Opens |
| Aug. 14, 2026 | Community Survey Closes |
| Aug. 19, 2026 | Community Listening Session |
| Aug. 24, 2026 | Board of Education Meeting |
| Aug. 25, 2026 | Application Window Begins |
| Sept. 29, 2026 | Application Window Closes |
| Oct. 5, 2026 | Board of Education Meeting |
| Oct. 12, 2026 | First Round Interviews |
| Oct. 13, 2026 | First Round Interviews |
| Oct. 13-16, 2026 | Board of Education Selection of Finalist |
| Oct. 19, 2026 | Second Round Interviews |
| TBD | Board of Education Decision to move forward or next steps |
| TBD | Special Meeting for Board of Education to Adopt Contract |
| Jan. 1, 2027 | New Superintendent Assumes Duties |
Community Survey
We value your input. Community feedback will help guide the Board of Education as it identifies the qualities, skills and leadership characteristics that are most important in our next superintendent.
We encourage all students, staff, families and community members to complete the online survey.
Superintendent Position
Interested candidates can learn more about the position and application process by viewing the superintendent job posting.