HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Essdack announced Wednesday it has appointed current Maize USD 266 Superintendent Dr. Chad Higgins as its new Executive Director.
Higgins has been the superintendent at Maize for the past six years. As an educational leader, his goal is to make a long-term, positive impact on other educators, educational leaders and students.
“Chad’s leadership experience in both large and small districts will be invaluable in understanding the needs of the diverse districts Essdack serves,” Jacob Voorhies, Essdack Board President, said. “As the pandemic stretches into another year, his leadership and vision will help us assist schools as they address not only mental health issues but also academic recovery.”
Dr. Higgins began his career as a science teacher in Great Bend USD 428, teaching at both Great Bend High School and Middle School. He then went on to serve in Douglass USD 396 as Assistant Principal/Athletic Director before becoming the Douglass High School Principal. His first role as Superintendent of Schools was in USD 423 in Moundridge.
“The challenge of improving an already outstanding organization while creatively rebuilding it after the challenges of a pandemic is exciting to me,” Higgins said.
His first day will be July 1, 2022.
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