Superintendent Search
The Aitkin Public Schools Board of Education is conducting a search for a new superintendent. The School Board contracted with the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) to guide and assist in the process.
The School Board met on February 2, 2026 to plan the search. An important part of the search process is gathering input for the Board to consider as it moves forward in selecting the new supertendent. Here are two ways you can engage in the search process:
The School Board met on February 2, 2026 to plan the search. An important part of the search process is gathering input for the Board to consider as it moves forward in selecting the new supertendent. Here are two ways you can engage in the search process:
AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 5 - FEBRUARY 25, 2026:
An anonymous public survey is available for all interest parties to fill out. (Click on box #1)
Hard copies of the survey are also available at the Aitkin District Office. The completed survey must be return to the District Office by February 25 so they can be included in the survey results.
An anonymous public survey is available for all interest parties to fill out. (Click on box #1)
Hard copies of the survey are also available at the Aitkin District Office. The completed survey must be return to the District Office by February 25 so they can be included in the survey results.
To ensure all constituents in the districts have access to accurate information regarding search processes and expectations, MSBA will host a virtual Q & A with MSBA on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM. (Click on box #3 to join) All interested individuals are invited to attend the live session; however, to accommodate busy schedules as well as to ensure access to search information, the session will also be recorded and made available on the district website for the remainder of the search.
Question about the search process can be submitted anonymously in advance by clicking box #2. The deadline for submittal of advance questions is Tuesday, February 10, at noon. Questions may also be submitted during the session, using the chat box.
Question about the search process can be submitted anonymously in advance by clicking box #2. The deadline for submittal of advance questions is Tuesday, February 10, at noon. Questions may also be submitted during the session, using the chat box.