MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

The 2024-2025 school year marks my 15th as the Superintendent of the Northampton Area School District. With that being said, I am extremely proud of the progress the District has made over those years. 

During those 15 years, the District has made advancements in communication, curriculum, extra curricular activities, facilities, finances, safety/security, technology, and transportation. I am looking forward to continued growth in all areas of the District this school year. 

Moving forward, the District will focus on five (5) main goals this school year. These goals will build upon our accomplishments and allow us to remain a top school district in the Lehigh Valley:

1. Enhance educational opportunities in all academic areas with a focus on literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and special education

2. Implement the Northampton Area School District Profile of a Graduate to include College Career Readiness, WorkPlace Development, and Community Partnerships

3. Finalize and communicate Capital Projects, student enrollment, and financial impact on the District

4. Review and enhance safety plans, policies, and resources in collaboration with staff, students, community members, and first responders

5. Collaborate with the District’s new transportation provider to provide a smooth transition for all District students and parents

These five (5) goals will not be the only focus this school year. We will continue to look at ways to improve the entire organization so that students can reach their full potential. With your support and by working together as we have done over the years, the District, students, and community will continue to advance and be able to meet the challenges in today’s and future societies.

I am looking forward to a successful and productive 2024-2025 school year.

DISTRICT GOALS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR: 

1. Enhance educational opportunities in all academic areas with a focus on literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and special education

2. Implement the Northampton Area School District Profile of a Graduate to include College Career Readiness, WorkPlace Development, and Community Partnerships

3. Finalize and communicate Capital Projects, student enrollment, and financial impact on the District

4. Review and enhance safety plans, policies, and resources in collaboration with staff, students, community members, and first responders

5. Collaborate with the District’s new transportation provider to provide a smooth transition for all District students and parents

SUPERINTENDENT'S PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR:

(1) Student Growth and Achievement:  Superintendent uses multiple data sources to assess student success and growth as appropriate, specific to needs within the District and as determined annually in collaboration with the Board of School Directors

(2)  Organizational Leadership:  Superintendent has worked collaboratively with the Board to develop a vision for the District, displays an ability to identify and rectify problems affecting the District, works collaboratively with District administration to ensure best practices for instruction, supervision, curriculum development, and management are being utilized, and works to influence the climate and culture of the District.

(3)  District Operations and Financial Management:  Superintendent manages effectively, ensuring completion of activities associated with the annual budget; overseeing distribution of resources in support of the District priorities; and directing overall operational activities within the District.

(4)  Communication and Community Relations:  Superintendent communicates with and effectively engages the staff, the Board, and members of the community, clearly articulating the District goals and priorities, addressing local and broader issues affecting the District, and building support for District initiatives, programs, and short/long-range plans.

(5) Human Resources Management/Managing Personnel:  Superintendent incorporates best practices for human resource management and oversight, coordinating staffing, recruitment, and other human resource functions within the District.

(6)  Professionalism:  Superintendent models professional decision-making processes and ethical standards consistent with the values of Pennsylvania's public education system as well as that of the local community.  Superintendent additionally works to individually reflect upon his effectiveness within the role, and works to improve effectiveness through the use of professional development literature and activities.

(7)  Staff Development and Training:  Superintendent designates days and hours for staff development and training to assure that the School District professional employees and support personnel perform their duties to the best of their abilities.

(8)  Liability and Risk Management:  Superintendent incorporates best practices to minimize liability risks in general and risks of bodily injury to students, staff, visitors, and property on School District property and at School District events.

The Superintendent has met the above Performance Standards for the 2023-2024 school year.