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Lazbuddie ISD
Title: Superintendent/CEO
Deadline for receipt of materials: June 25, 2004
Vacancy Status:
Qualifications & Characteristics
The superintendent, as chief executive officer, is accountable to the Board of Trustees, which expects the superintendent to be the education leader of Lazbuddie ISD. The superintendent works closely with the Board of Trustees to develop and implement policies and programs designed to carry out the vision of the district.
In concert with the staff, parents, students and community, the Board of Trustees has identified certain qualifications and characteristics as highly desirable in a superintendent.
Professional
Is an astute financial planner, knowledgeable of Texas Public School Finance and maintains good budget control
Supports and promotes a positive balance between academics and extracurricular activities
Is an effective delegator who empowers staff members to carry out their responsibilities independently, while being accountable for overall progress of the district and does not micromanage
Is an effective communicator to all segments of the district and community
Is a people-oriented individual who is accessible and approachable
Is willing to make an extended time commitment to the district
Has the ability to work successfully in partnership with the Board of Trustees, provides timely and accurate information, and build a climate of mutual trust
Is a team builder who uses and maintains a strong team effort within the staff and community
Has the ability to make and defend difficult decisions, even though unpopular, if they are best for the students
Listens to all sides of an issue prior to making a decision
Shows evidence of a strong commitment to academic excellence
Has the ability to motive staff and maintains a high level of staff morale
Believes and maintains fair, firm, and consistent discipline
Effectively communicates with state level governing bodies (TEA, Texas Legislature, etc.)
Personal
Demonstrates strong and positive moral values in lifestyle
Is adaptable to a rural agricultural setting and to the climate and lifestyle in the Texas Panhandle
Is highly visible in the schools and community
Is a friendly people person
Has a keen sense of humor
Is a good listener
Has a high degree of honesty and integrity
Is dependable
Is an innovative risk taker
Has a genuine concern for students
Mission
We believe the students at Lazbuddie ISD can achieve to levels commensurate with their abilities and that the teachers can provide the quality classroom learning environment for students so they reach high levels of achievement in academics and technology in order to become productive citizens with strong values.
About Us
Lazbuddie Independent School District (ISD) is located in the Texas Panhandle between the towns of Muleshoe and Friona and serves pre-kindergarten through 12th grades. The community is 86 miles northwest of Lubbock and 90 miles southwest of Amarillo. Lazbuddie is a prosperous farming and ranching community founded in 1926 by D. Luther (Laz) Green and Andrew (Buddie) Sherley. The combination of their names, gave the community the name of Lazbuddie. There are three churches, a post office, three businesses, a fire station, and a cafe. The school is the focal point of the community. Lazbuddie is drug-free, and the staff of the school is confronted with few discipline problems.
Lazbuddie ISD students continue as top performers at all levels of competition in a broad range of extracurricular programs. Recent achievements include state medals in UIL accounting, computer science, computer applications, poetry, and choir. Lazbuddie also has seen success with state and national competitions in FCCLA, the technical student association, and robotics. All of Lazbuddie's athletic programs have consistently placed teams and individuals in the state playoffs. Lazbuddie FFA and the cheerleading squad are top performers as they compete and represent our school.
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Introduction
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