Dowagiac Union Schools
Michigan Leadership Institute
Press Release
March 1, 2024
The Dowagiac Union Schools Board of Education is moving forward in the selection of a new superintendent. Sixteen educators applied for the position. The Board reviewed the applications and has invited four educators to be interviewed. The process has been facilitated by the Michigan Leadership Institute.
The interviews will be held on March 12 and 13. All interviews will be held at the Chambers of Commerce, City Hall, 241 S. Front Street, Dowagiac, Michigan. Interviews are open to the public.
The interview schedule is as follows:
March 12 at 5:30 pm: Brandon Waggoner, Director of Curriculum in Watervliet
March 12 at 7:00 pm: Dr. Daniel Hyliard, Class Principal in Ann Arbor
March 13 at 5:30 pm: Ryan Williamson, High School Principal in South Haven
March 13 at 7:00 pm: Greg Blomgren, High School Principal in St. Joseph
The superintendent position became available as Jonathan Whan announced his retirement for the end of this school year. He has served the district admirably for five years in this position. The Board anticipates the new superintendent will begin duties on July 1.
The Board of Education will hold a Special Board Meeting, on Thursday February 29, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Dowagiac City Hall at 5:00p.m for the purpose of reviewing applications for the Superintendent position. The meeting is open to the public.
Thank you Dara Killarney! If there's someone who has been of great assistance to you or consistently performs exceptionally, please click on the link to complete the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYgJ3x90EaHgt7DfzoHlNl6x1SiY2bb4hsmjYXlcZ5ozMPJw/viewform
On Monday, February 26, at 7 p.m., your boys basketball team will begin district play against Niles. They will play at Edwardsburg High School. Purchase your tickets online ONLY: https://gofan.co/event/1417512?schoolId=MI4239
February 22 is National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
Reminder that all of our elementary schools will be having their Kindergarten Meet & Greet tomorrow, February 22, 2024 from 5:00pm-6:30pm. See the flyer for more details.
Congrats to our January 2024 Students of the Month!
Reminder that next week DUHS and DMS have parent teacher conferences and a half day of school.
New posting: Assistant Varsity Girls Track Coach
View here: https://5il.co/2eurw
Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! Thank you Ryan Maggert!
The Board of Education will hold its Regular Meeting, on Monday, February 19, 2024, in the PAC at Dowagiac Middle School at 6:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
New posting: JV Girls Soccer Coach
View here: https://5il.co/2eq7f
DUHS UPDATE: The fire department has searched the building; everything is clear. Students are being sent back to the building.
Tomorrow is Count Day!
At this time, the High School has been evacuated for precautions due to a gas smell. Our students are safe and have been transported to the football field. School buses will be provided for them to sit on while we wait for more information. We will provide updates if necessary.
Information for the Wrestling Regional this Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Link to tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1392998?schoolId=MI10391
Future Chef Contestants!
Thank you Alison Yeo! If there's someone who has been of great assistance to you or consistently performs exceptionally, please click on the link to complete the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYgJ3x90EaHgt7DfzoHlNl6x1SiY2bb4hsmjYXlcZ5ozMPJw/viewform
Thank you Chonda Rimpson!
Link to purchase tickets for tonight's wrestling district: https://gofan.co/event/1363804?schoolId=MI10391&fbclid=IwAR1tUP3Uq48my1_dT66w24RVNykLDagR8Qc9bEZefoQmnvRI-qnWJBifLlo