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Onondaga Central School District

Superintendent Search - Stakeholder Survey

The Board of Education has begun a search for a new Superintendent of Schools. The Superintendent of Schools serves as the chief executive and educational leader of a public school district. They are responsible for implementing the policies of the Board of Education while ensuring fiscal integrity and compliance with federal, state and local laws as well as New York State Education Department policies and regulations. The superintendent provides strategic leadership for curriculum, instruction, personnel, and operations; oversees district finances, capital projects and budget development; and supervises administrators and staff to promote student achievement and organizational effectiveness.

We invite our stakeholders - community, parents, staff and students - to assist us in developing a profile of desirable attributes and qualities of this individual. The following questions ask you to rate how important various attributes or characteristics of the next superintendent are to you. Please respond by January 16, 2026. Once the survey period is closed, a summary of all responses will be completed and we will use it to help us evaluate the applicants. Your input is greatly appreciated!


1.Please check which best describes your role.(Required.)
Skills and Experience
2.Rate how important each of the following characteristics/attributes is to you in selecting the next Superintendent of Schools (please check only one box for each item):(Required.)
Not important at all
Of little importance
Of some importance
Very important
Essential
Has experience in a district similar to ours
Has been a practicing superintendent
Has been a central office administrator (such as a Director of Special Education)
Has been a school principal
Has teaching experience
Has an earned doctorate
Understands and has experience with special education issues
Has experience with school finance and budget in New York State
Knows New York State school law
Has a proven track record with labor negotiations
Is familiar with our district
Has experience in New York State
Has demonstrated leadership skills on the job
Has experience with capital construction projects
Principal Duties
3.Rate how important each of the following characteristics/attributes is to you in selecting the next Superintendent of Schools (please check only one box for each item):(Required.)
Not important at all
Of little importance
Of some importance
Very important
Essential
Will be active in the Onondaga Central School District community
Is confident and comfortable as a public speaker
Has experience working on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Can explain educational issues in plain language
Is a strong writer
Understands current curriculum issues in New York State
Is professionally active at the local, state and national levels
Is visible and accessible
Values and Characteristics
4.Rate how important each of the following characteristics/attributes is to you in selecting the next Superintendent of Schools (please check only one box for each item):(Required.)
Not important at all
Of little importance
Of some importance
Very important
Essential
Has a sense of humor
Exhibits a great deal of integrity
Is willing to reside in our district
Has strong recommendations from current and previous employers
Makes other people feel at ease when speaking
5.Add any additional thoughts below that you wish to share with the Board of Education as it embarks on this important task:
Current Progress,
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