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5 days ago
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Albert Lea High School principal accepts new job in Northfield
Jun. 3—Albert Lea High School Principal Chris Dibble has accepted a position as the high school principal of Northfield Public Schools, Board Chairman Dave Klatt announced Monday during the school board work session. Dibble started with the district in 2016 as dean of students and became principal of Southwest Middle School in 2018 before transitioning to his current role at the high school in 2021. Dibble said he is most proud of remaining focused on students as the district transitioned through multiple leaders and said he thinks he has been able to open lines of communication between administration and staff to focus on student needs. He said he also thinks he has built relationships with students, staff and community members during his time as a leader. Under his leadership, the high school has received levels 1 and 2 certification in the High Reliability Schools framework, giving the staff direction and a focus on data-driven strategies that give students the best environment for school. They have also rebuilt safety protocols and worked closely with the city and county to support students both in and out of the school building. "As a team, we are always pushing to try new ideas and plans that will enhance the students' experience each and every day," he said. "We know there is work to be done and we listen to the feedback we receive from parents about bullying, cell phones, social media and chemical use." As he leaves the district, he said he knows there are people already here who will continue the journey that has led to a team dynamic at the high school. "We have a great staff, students who do great work and a community that supports their children," he said. "There are wheels in motion that will carry ALHS forward as the leadership change happens." In an email sent out to parents, he said he plans to continue relationships with many people who helped shape the middle and high schools during his time. "I wish the Albert Lea Area Schools and the Albert Lea community nothing but the best as I begin my next professional journey," he said in the email. "My family and I thank you for your support and look forward to catching up with you whenever our paths cross again." Klatt said he spoke with interim Superintendent David Krenz and incoming Superintendent Steven Heil about a rough timeline to replace the position, and Klatt said they hope to have the job posted by Friday, with candidates screened at the end of June and first part of July. They hope to set up interviews by July 7. He also mentioned surveys they are planning to send out surrounding the position.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
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School board approves interim superintendent contract
Feb. 19—The Albert Lea school board on Tuesday approved the contract for Interim Superintendent David Krenz to lead the district as it continues its search for a permanent superintendent. The agreement includes 60 contracted days between Jan. 27 and June 30, but Board Chairman Dave Klatt said if the district needs beyond 60 days, that can be extended. The contract could also end earlier if a new superintendent is hired before June 30. Krenz, a retired superintendent for Austin Public Schools, will be paid a salary of $44,100. Klatt talked about the impact Krenz is already making in his time with the district thus far. "Within the first six days that Dave was here, he was in every building," Klatt said. "He had an opportunity to see many classrooms, and I had a couple teachers who came up and say, "He literally said, 'What can we do for you?'" He said he thought Krenz was doing a great job in bringing the district together. Board member Gary Schindler said he also appreciated the steadiness and professionalism Krenz brings to the district. "He has served our purposes to get us on the ground as we do our search," Schindler said, also noting that he appreciated Krenz's communication with the board. Board member Kim Nelson said she appreciates the board hearing about things happening in the district before they hear about them on the street or read them in the newspaper and appreciated Krenz for his communication with them. The contract was approved 6-0. Board member Davy Villarreal was absent. In other action, the board heard from Southwest Middle School Principal Tyler Johnson, Halverson Elementary School Principal Kim Larson, Albert Lea High School Principal Chris Dibble and Albert Lea High School Assistant Principal Sean Gaston about a recent conference they attended on High Reliability Schools. The administrators talked about what the High Reliability Schools framework has meant to their own schools and that they hope it is at the forefront of the superintendent search. Gaston said the framework has provided accountability, buy-in, compatibility and sustainability and that it has been appreciated by the teachers in making sure everyone is on the same page and in helping them grow as teachers. The high school has obtained Level 2 certification and is seeking Level 3 certification, while all of the other schools have obtained Level 1 certification and are seeking Level 2 certification. Board member Mary Jo Dorman, who worked for the district when it first started implementing the High Reliability Schools framework, also voiced her support for the system. Klatt said he liked the consistency it brings to the district.
