Kentwood    Godwin Heights    Zoerhoff, who announced in November he was retiring June 30, was named Kentwoods superintendent in 2013. Cedar Springs    Your Email: KENTWOOD, Mich. (WOOD) Kentwood Public Schools Superintendent Michael Zoerhoff is preparing to retire. This link will go live at approximately 5:45 p.m. the day of the interviews. I look forward to continuing the strong partnership between our community and Kentwood Public Schools.. Mar. May 7, 2021 Kentwood In a unanimous vote, the Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education has selected Kevin Polston to serve as its next superintendent. The first-round interviews will take place April 28-29. Budget and Salary/Compensation Transparency Reporting, Tips for Parents and Staff When Dealing with Trauma. To accommodate proper social distancing, the Board of Education asks that you RSVP if you intend to attend the interviews in person by emailing interviews@kentwoodps.org. Last year he served as a member of Gov. Byron Center   Assistant Director of Executive Search Services, Michigan Association of School Boards, at 517.327.5928 or jbennett@masb.org. In the coming weeks, our district and building leaders will share specific information about our upcoming back-to-school activities. Nkenge Bergan, director of student services for Kalamazoo Public Schools. Superintendent; Service Catalog; Pupil Membership Services; School Board. Finally, after the COVID challenges of the past year and a half, I am excited that we can continue in-person learning in the fall of 2021. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Your Email: Our Families are an integral and valued part of the Education of our Students. Search string may not be null or blank. Parents allow us to work with their most precious gift - and we are thankful for their confidence and support. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Zoerhoff is one of several school leaders in Kent and Ottawa counties that announced retirement amid the coronavirus pandemic. Comstock Park    Thirty-three percent of Kentwood students are Black, 28% are white, 15% Hispanic/Latino, 15% Asian and 7% identify as being of two or more races, according to state data. All rights reserved (About Us). Six candidates were interviewed April 28 and 29. Kentwood Public Schools Educational Foundation Booster Programs Volunteers Aquatics Center KPS Community Resources McKinney-Vento search District Home search Search Search Website Search Options Show Exact Word Matches Only. The district website (kentwoodps.org) will have viewing instructions and more information. We know our children will make the world a better place! If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Northview    Polston said he is eager to start building relationships within the Kentwood community. Business profile of Kentwood Public Schools, located at 5820 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508. In the coming month, we will establish a direction that maintains this tradition and identifies our next steps.. 9 Wyoming Millage Informational Meeting, KDL Wyoming Branch, 7 p.m. Mar.13: Wyoming City Council Work Session, 5:30 pm, Mar.20: Wyoming City Council Meeting, 7 pm, Mar. Kentwood is the third largest district in Kent and Ottawa counties with 9,242 students enrolled this school year. Anyone who wants to attend the interviews in person is asked to RSVP by emailing interviews@kentwoodps.org. In addition to accepting Zoerhoffs retirement announcement, the Board of Education will establish a superintendent search process. GPS Latitude: 42.858551. A graduate of Central Michigan University, she has written for The Grand Rapids Press, Advance Newspapers, On-the-Town Magazine and Group Tour Media. To help students succeed with online learning, Polston championed a partnership between Godfrey-Lee Public Schools and Michigan States College of Education to provide elementary teachers with resources and strategies on how to effectively lead a virtual classroom amid the coronavirus pandemic. A preliminary salary range of $180,000 to $220,000 has been established. Field Trips, Mentors, and other Experiences, Kentwood Public Schools Educational Foundation, https://sso.kentwoodps.org/adfs/portal/updatepassword, At least 8 characters in length CANNOT repeat same character more than twice in a row, CANNOT use your previous password as your new password. The Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education will interview six finalists including two in-house candidates and the current superintendent of Godfrey-Lee Public Schools on April 28-29, to replace Michael Zoerhoff as superintendent, who will leave the position at the end of the school year. The board selected Polston after final interviews with him and the other finalist, Nkenge Bergan, director of student services for Kalamazoo Public Schools. The interviews will be livestreamed for those who cannot attend in person. Although Zoerhoff will be retiring as superintendent, his two children will continue to attend Kentwood Public Schools and his family plans to remain within the Kentwood community. Superintendent Michael Zoerhoff is retiring June 30 after eight years in the role. Superintendent of Kentwood Public Schools Job Type: Superintendent: Member Organization: Kentwood Public Schools - Kent: Consultant: Jay Bennett: Status: Complete: . Follow us on Facebook; Follow us on Twitter/span> . Copyright 2023 WKTV, All rights reserved. The six candidates were selected out of 31 people who applied for the position, the Michigan Association of School Boards announced in a news release Tuesday, April 20. Kevin Polston, currently superintendent of Godfrey-Lee Public Schools. According to the announcement, interviews will be held in person, with appropriate social distancing, at the Kentwood Administration Building, 5820 Eastern Ave., in Kentwood. He will earn a starting salary of $204,500 when he takes the reins on July 1. Kentwood Public Schools are the Heart of the Community. More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 and reduce the potential risk of exposure to our employees and visitors, all staff are required to complete a daily screening questionnaire at or before the beginning of your work day. Kentwood is the third largest district in Kent and Ottawa counties with more than 9,000 students. Conduct prejudicial to the Kentwood Public School District In the event the Board determines to bring charges against the Superintendent, prior written notice of the charges shall be given to the Superintendent and the Superintendent, at his option, may request an open or closed hearing before the Board for the purpose of defending said charges. City of Wyoming meetings are live on Comcast Channel 26 or click here. Scheduled to be interviewed on Thursday, April 29, are Evan Hordyk, executive director of secondary education, Kentwood Public Schools (6 p.m.); Nkenge Bergan, director of student services, Kalamazoo Public Schools (7 p.m.); and Jamie Gordon, executive director of human resources, Kentwood Public Schools (8 p.m.). The Board of Education selected as finalists: Kevin Polston, currently superintendent of Godfrey-Lee Public Schools. Comstock Park    Kentwood Public Schools Superintendent Michael Zoerhoff has announced that at the end of this school year he will retire after 33 years as a teacher, coach, principal and district administrator working with students all along. Polston said he is humbled and honored to be chosen to serve as Kentwoods next leader. 10: Wyoming City Council Work Session, 5:30 pm, Apr. Kent ISD    I have confidence in his approach, which makes me confident in (his) decisions and the outcomes., Noting Polstons experience and background, the board said in a statement that the new superintendent will be no stranger to the global community that KPS serves., His experience as the son of a Palestinian immigrant and first-generation college student is a story that mirrors many Kentwood families, the statement continued. School News Network is community journalism at work, funded through the donations of our sponsors and member school districts and developed by Kent ISD. Mar. Positive relationships provide the strength to meet high expectations and tackle what feels like the impossible. The superintendent led Godfrey-Lee Public Schools through a tumultuous school year amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. I am confident that Kentwood Public Schools will continue to excel, he said. Kentwood In a unanimous vote, the Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education has selected Kevin Polston to serve as its next superintendent. Kenowa Hills    Our community understands the link between quality schools and safe and stable neighborhoods, Zoerhoff said. 3: Wyoming City Council Meeting, 7 pm, April 3: Kentwood City Commission Budget Meeting, 7 pm, Apr. The "Old password"field is the current password that has expired The "Confirm new password" field is the same password that was entered into the New password field Join to connect Kentwood Public Schools. Lowell    Gretchen Whitmer to chair the Student Recovery Advisory Council for the state of Michigan, which has been tasked with examining how the state can help students recover. Grandville    17: Wyoming City Council Meeting, 7 pm, Apr. GPS Longitude:-85.643473. Mr. Education in Kentwood is about capturing the excitement of children to learn and to inspire them to believe in the value of ALL human beings. Kentwood Public Schools, together with parents and the community will educate all students in a safe, secure environment. 9 Wyoming Millage Informational Meeting, KDL Wyoming Branch, 7 p.m. Mar.13: Wyoming City Council Work Session, 5:30 pm, Mar.20: Wyoming City Council Meeting, 7 pm, Mar. He also served in 2019 as chair of the Kent Intermediate Superintendents Association Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee. Kentwood Superintendent Michael Zoerhoff announced in November that he would retire at the end of the 2020-21 school year. Caledonia    Last Name: Mar. Nkenge Bergan, director of student services for Kalamazoo Public Schools. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Click on the above link(s) for additional information. Interested candidates should complete and submit an online application found at https://masb.myrevelus.com/. I look forward to building positive relationships with staff, students, families and the community of Kentwood as we collaboratively continue the longstanding tradition of excellence.. Must include 3 out of 4 of the following. This will continue during the Superintendent search process. Our families are an integral and valued part of the education of our students. The Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education will interview six finalists including two in-house candidates and the current superintendent of Godfrey-Lee Public Schools on April 28-29, to replace Michael Zoerhoff as superintendent, who will leave the position at the end of the school year. Norris ken@wktv.org Grand Rapids Community College    The Kentwood Board of Education has approved a $204,500 starting salary for incoming superintendent Kevin Polston. Erin Albanese is associate managing editor and reporter, covering Byron Center, Kentwood, Wyoming and Grand Rapids Community College. The safety of our employees and community members remains the primary concern for Kentwood Public Schools. 10: Wyoming City Council Work Session, 5:30 pm, Apr. 13: Kentwood City Commission Meeting, 5 pm, Apr. The board will begin contract. The Board of Education is working to establish a superintendent search process, said Board President Mimi Madden in a press release. She is fascinated by the nuances of language, loves to travel and has strong feelings about the Oxford comma. City of Kentwood meetings are available by clickinghere. Your Active Directory password may haveexpired and/or needs to be changed. Caledonia    K . There will also be an option for limited in-person seating and viewing opportunities at the administration building during the interviews. Report . Zoerhoff, however, credited district success to students, staff and parents working together for excellence, especially in community support to pass bonds and millages, which improved the facilities and increased safety. Wyoming, Kent ISD | 2930 Knapp NE | Grand Rapids MI 49525. IMPORTANT: If you answer yes to any of the questions below, please contact your immediate supervisor for further direction. Here are a few quick links to make sure you have what you need to support our students. Kentwood Public Schools Superintendent Michael Zoerhoff has announced that at the end of this school year he will retire after 33 years as a teacher, coach, principal and district administrator working with students all along. Sharing Stories of Student Success Your Dream is Our Dream is an initiative of Kent ISD and its member districts to showcase student success stories at every step of the education journey. We are a "no-excuse" district. There is also an option for limited in-person seating and viewing opportunities at the Administration Building during the interviews. The Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education Aug. 9 approved two new hires to the central office team Executive Director of Elementary Education Jason Lawson and Executive Director of Student Services Veronica Lake. You will now have one password for multiple accounts. "Capturing Kids' Hearts" will assist staff in creating positive and meaningful relationships within the school community. While thenumber of people who can watch the interviews in person is limiteddue to Health Department regulations, the district encourages all community members, staff and students to watch the interviews on the livestream YouTube link. The school board also cited Polstons background as the son of a Palestinian immigrant and a first generation college student as a story that mirrors many Kentwood families. Sparta    The Jenison Board of Education unanimously selected Graham as the next. This district's average testing ranking is 7/10, which is in the top 50% of public schools in Michigan. Network passwords will be synced with Gmail, Synergy, and eFinance accounts.