USD 284 Chase County is searching for its next Superintendent.
That’s because current Superintendent Glenna Grinstead is set to retire at the end of the current academic year following more than 30 years in education. Grinstead has led the district for the past six years following time as a teacher and principal at USD 452 Stanton County in Johnson City and USD 401 Chase-Raymond.
Regarding her decision to retire, Grinstead says it was the “hardest decision” she has ever had to make, however, she felt the time was simply right.
Grinstead says she will miss a great many things following retirement, namely the opportunity to help create “lightbulb” moments for students.
Grinstead tells KVOE News that while she is retiring from education she still plans to be active and visible in the community in several ways. The search for Grinstead’s replacement began December 16 according to USD 284 Board President Mike Spinden.
Spinden says the district is contracting with the Kansas Association of School Boards for the search which is the first time the district has done so. He hopes that by working with KASB the district will be able to attract a wider pool of candidates than before.
Superintendent applications will be due to the district on February 5 with candidate interviews scheduled for February 17-20.
Grinstead’s final day will be June 30.
