Addison, MI – The Addison School Board narrowed the field to two candidates after interviewing five candidates on September 16th for the superintendent position. A statement issued by the district announced the two finalists as Dan Bauer, former superintendent for Shelby Schools and Thomas Durbin, Head of School, Lenawee Christian School.
The initial candidate interviews were held on Saturday, where Board members asked the candidates questions regarding vision for the school district, communication style, management and decision-making style, and many others. Candidates also were able to offer opening and closing statements. There were several staff and community members present and offered feedback on the candidates.
The second round of interviews will be held beginning at 5 p.m. this afternoon at the media center at the school. The public is encouraged to attend. Candidates and the times they will be interviewed are as follows:
5:00 p.m. Dan Bauer, M.Ed., former superintendent for Shelby Schools 2012-2018. He also has served in several administrative positions as interim, including most recently interim superintendent for Fremont Schools. Previously, he was superintendent in Cheboygan and Saranac, and was principal in Farwell and Baldwin. He also taught for several years and was a business owner.
6:00 p.m. Thomas Durbin, Ed.S., Head of School, Lenawee Christian School since 2013. Previously, he was principal in Onsted for six years and was assistant principal in Hudson for ten years. He was also an athletic director and teacher.
The Board expects to appoint a new superintendent to begin fall 2023.
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