Morristown Central School District

Invites Qualified Candidates to Apply for the Position of

Superintendent of SchoolsOur MissionThe mission of the Morristown Central School District is to prepare all students to confidently and competently pursue their goals and to demonstrate ethical responsibility to the world around them.

Our Core Values- Diversity creates opportunities for growth.

- Integrity is the foundation for self-respect and earning the respect of others.- Positive attitudes are contagious and foster positive outcomes.

- There are no boundaries to human potential.- Real world experiences generate understanding, facilitate discovery, and cultivate

the yearning for knowledge.- A community thrives through effective communication and collaboration.

P.O. Box 217, 408 Gouverneur St.Morristown, NY 13664

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Invitation to ApplyIn search for a new Superintendent of Schools the Morristown Board of Education has enlisted the assistance of Mr. Thomas R. Burns. As the St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES District Superintendent, Mr. Burns will serve as the contact person for the applicants; however, the Board will make the final decision. All questions related to the search should be directed to Mr. Burns at:

Thomas R. Burns, District Superintendent St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES P.O. Box 231 Canton, NY 13617 Email: mbouchey@sllboces.org

Qualified applicants must submit the following materials by Friday, October 4, 2019:

• Cover letter • Current resume • Completed application • Three current letters of

recommendation • Copy of certification(s)• Transcripts

Applicants should not contact Board members in regard to the search.

Contract & Salary InformationThe Morristown Central School Board of Education will offer a three-year contract with an initial salary up to $130,000 commensurate with experience. Residency, within the Morristown Central School District, is preferred.

Important DatesApplication Deadline: Friday, October 4

Initial Interviews: Wednesday, October 23

Second Round Interviews: Monday, October 28 & Wednesday, October 30

Start Date: January 6

QualificationsThe successful candidate should be an experienced school leader with a consistent record of success and someone who has a:

• Broad range of educational experiences with a familiarity of all levels K-12, prior administrative and classroom teaching experience preferred

• Vision for the district and ability to lead diverse teams of stakeholders in implementing the vision for the district

• Understanding of the business aspects of managing a small school district including budget building, grants, funding sources, and New York State regulations

• Commitment to the improvement of academic performance along with an extensive understanding of the Common Core Learning Standards, Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR), and assessment procedures

• Ability to work collaboratively with the Board of Education

• Interest in becoming an active community member

District Facts and FiguresEmployees:Professional/Instructional 39Non-Instructional 28

Student Enrollment:PreK-Grade 6 211Grades 7-12 128

Financial Data:2019-2020 Budget $11,600,808Tax Rate on True Value $14.90/$1000State Aid Ratio (CWR) 74.4%Tax Levy Cap (2019-2020) 2%Tax Levy Increase 2%

Student Demographics:Fifty-eight percent (58%) of students are eligible for free and reduced meals.

The CommunityThe school community of the Morristown Central School District is unique in its geography, which encompasses the hamlets of Brier Hill, Morristown, Pope Mills, and Edwardsville. Our District benefits from having:

• Miles of shoreline on the majestic St. Lawrence River with beautiful views of Brockville, Ontario, Canada and on picturesque Black Lake with its tradition of fishing and recreation

• Farms, residential areas, local artisans, and tourist destinations, which dot the landscape and create an interesting dynamic of community members

• A range of post secondary opportunities in Canton, Potsdam, and Watertown, which include SUNY Canton, Potsdam, Jefferson colleges, and Clarkson and St. Lawrence Universities

• Proximity to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada’s capital, and reasonable driving distance to Montreal, the Adirondack mountains, and Central New York

Board of Education MembersMr. David Young, President

Mr. Darrell Merkel, Vice-President

Mr. Joseph Belile

Mr. Mark Blanchard

Dr. Lawrence Kring III

Mr. Jeffrey LaJoy

Mrs. Tammy Ritchie