Facing the challenges ahead for school

When I first took office in January 2011, like most elected officials I had little idea what my position would entail. County Superintendent of Schools is an unusual position. While my duties are outlined in statute, what the job requires on the ground varies widely by county and is certainly different from what principals and hired superintendents do on a day-to-day basis.

In my position, I serve as the sole administrator for Sunset School in Greenough and Woodman School on Highway 12. Depending on district needs in any given year, I assist and collaborate with administrators and school board...