The MSCS Super Search is on, and the Memphis-Shelby County School Board requests your help finding the right person.

In December, board members heard from students, parents and educators during the initial round of community meetings. More are scheduled in January, and details can be found at MSCSSuperSearch.com.  
 

So far, we’ve heard that parents want someone honest, trustworthy, and – perhaps most importantly – committed to investing in our students for the long haul. The Student Congress described an ideal candidate as someone with integrity, persistence, an open mind, and a focus on improving school safety, teacher quality and our physical buildings.

If you’re unable to attend a community meeting, join hundreds of other community members who have already chosen to share feedback through a five-minute survey which can also be accessed at MSCSSuperSearch.com. 
 

“Like the community meetings, the survey will provide parents, employees, and community members with a chance to share their school needs and a high-level view of the characteristics they’re seeking in the next superintendent," said Rev. Althea Greene, MSCS Board Chair. 
 

The survey will be available online until January 15. In addition, a similar survey is being distributed internally to high school students to ensure student voice is also captured.

All feedback will be shared with the superintendent search firm so they can seek candidates matching our community’s interests. The MSCS School Board will make the ultimate decision this spring.