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Superintendent Interview: Community Survey

The Washoe County School District (WCSD) Board of Trustees is gathering community input to develop interview questions that will be asked during an interview of its superintendent candidate, current Deputy Superintendent Tiffany McMaster. We invite staff, families, students, and community members to share feedback and ideas for interview questions they believe are important when selecting WCSD's next leader.

Your input will help identify key themes and priorities for Board consideration to guide the interview process and used to create 1-2 questions the Board will ask the superintendent candidate. The interview is scheduled for the May 12, 2026 Board meeting.

This survey will close at noon on May 7th. Thank you in advance for your important feedback!
1.Please choose the option that best describes you:
2.How much of a priority are the following leadership qualities for the next superintendent?
Not a priority
Low priority
Important priority
Top priority
Listens to students, families, staff, and the community
Keeps students, families, staff, and the community informed
Leads with integrity and honesty, even when the news is hard
Keeps schools safe and welcoming for every student
Creates a respectful, collaborative place to work
Uses data and evidence to make informed decisions
Manages funds responsibly with a focus on student needs
Holds high standards for the whole district
Anticipates future needs of students and schools
Ensures high-quality instruction for all students
3.If you could ask a superintendent candidate 1-2 questions about their plans for the future of Washoe County School District, what would it be?

You might consider questions related to leadership, decision-making, communication and transparency, support for students, support for educators and school staff, academic priorities, school safety, student health and well-being, or community engagement and trust. You are also welcome to raise any other area that matters to you.
Thank you for your input!

Responses will be reviewed by Human Resources to help inform themes and interview questions considered by the Board for the interview process on May 12, 2026. A summary of the themes will be shared publicly after the survey closes.