Announcement of Opportunity for the Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation Superintendent Vacancy www.mvcsc.k12.in.us Mt. Vernon Community School Corp. ~ 1776 W. State Road 234, Fortville, IN 46040 ~ 317-485-3100
Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation Location ~ Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation is located on the northwest corner of Hancock County, east of Marion County (Indianapolis) and just south of Hamilton County (Fishers). The MVCSC is comprised of Vernon Township and Buck Creek Township. Four towns are located in the school district: Fortville, McCordsville, Mt. Comfort and Mohawk, plus part of Cumberland. Schools ~ MVCSC has five schools, three of which are located on the Fortville school campus: Mt. Vernon High School, Mt. Vernon Middle School, and Fortville Elementary. The elementary schools are kindergarten 5 th grade (with Mt. Comfort Elementary hosting pre-school). The Mt. Vernon Middle School is 6 th 8 th Grade, with the 8 th grade located in Mt. Vernon High School (9 th 12 th grades). All MVCSC schools are award-winning and provide academic excellence with innovative educational programming in a safe and secure environment. Students ~ MVCSC has nearly 3,600 students. Several schools are nearing capacity and are now limiting transfer students. MVCSC has experienced a massive growth in enrollment of 50% in last 15 years. Pride Speaks Loudly~ There are many reasons to join the Mt. Vernon Schools team! Here are some highlights: High-tech safety features including video surveillance on busses and most schools Only high school in the nation offering advanced computer animation and virtual reality programs Athletics, academic competitions, band and choir are highly competitive High school graduates attend universities across the U.S., including Ivy League & PAC 12 Highly supportive community partnerships, including corporations and local PTO s 3 schools and the MVCSC District received A ratings from the IDOE in 2014 The high school was ranked #21 in IN (out of 412) Best High Schools 2014 US News & World Report
District Statistics ~ Staff Superintendent 1 Assistant Superintendent 1 Administration 11 Certified Staff 195 Support Staff 201 Resource Officer 1 School Year 180 Days Balanced Calendar (8 week summer break, 2 week fall, winter and spring breaks) Enrollment 2013-2014 - 3,545 Students 2014 Budget and Financial Data General Fund $20,137,565.00 Debt Service $9,543,734.00 Pension Debt $507,504.00 Capital Projects $2,102,000.00 Transportation $1,400,000.00 Bus Replacement $400,000.00 Total $34,090,803.00 Assessed Valuation (2013) $833,178,321.00 Tuition Support per Pupil $4,587.00 2014-2015 Teacher Salary Range $31,300 - $74,057 Tax Rate $2.0682 MVCSC Student Attendance Rates 2013-2014 2012-2013 MV State MV State Mt. Vernon HS 96.2% 95.0% 96.2% 94.9% Mt. Vernon MS 97.0% 96.3% 96.8% 96.1% Fortville Elem. 97.2% 96.6% 96.7% 96.3% McCordsville Elem. 97.5% 96.6% 97.1% 96.3% Mt. Comfort Elem. 97.6% 96.6% 97.2% 96.3% Engage, Educate and Empower
Student Performance ~ MVCSC Student IRead 3rd Grade 2013-2014 2012-2013 MVCSC State MVCSC State Fortville Elementary 100.0% 90.3% 91.6% 90.9% McCordsville Elementary 98.8% 90.3% 95.6% 90.9% Mt. Comfort Elementary 97.7% 90.3% 97.9% 90.9% MVCSC Student IStep+ (Combined Scores, Gr 3-8) 2013-2014 2012-2013 MVCSC State MVCSC State Mt. Vernon Middle School 72.0% 74.0% 71.0% 73.0% Fortville Elementary 84.0% 74.0% 77.3% 73.0% McCordsville Elementary 82.0% 74.0% 83.3% 73.0% Mt. Comfort Elementary 86.0% 74.0% 83.6% 73.0% MVHS Graduation Data Class of 2014 Class of 2013 Class of 2012 MVHS Indiana MVHS Indiana MVHS Indiana Academic Honors Core 40 Diploma 41.5% N/A 39% 33.9% 39% 32.3% Core 40 Diploma 52% N/A 55.4% 49.8% 54% 49.6% General Diploma 6.2% N/A 5.5% 16.3% 6% 18.1% GRADUATION RATE N/A N/A 95.5% 88.3% 92.3% 88.4% MVHS Student Algebra 1, English 10, Biology ECA Scores End-of-Course Assessment Data 2013-2014 2012-2013 2011-2012 MVHS Indiana MVHS Indiana MVHS Indiana Algebra I 84% 73% 79% 69% 86% 69% English 10 90% 77% 91% 75% 86% 77% Biology I 78% 48% 81% 47% 72% 45% * First-time test takers MVMS 8 th Grade Student Algebra 1 ECA Scores End-of-Course Assessment Data 2013-2014 2012-2013 2011-2012 Algebra I 100% 98% 100% * First-time test takers Engage, Educate and Empower
Schools ~ Mt. Vernon High School Fortville, IN Home of The Marauders Mt. Vernon High School (MVHS) is located on the Fortville school campus and received a renovation and expansion that was finished in 2011. MVHS has nearly 1,200 students and offers a wide variety of educational opportunities to challenge students. Staff promotes academic achievement through independent and critical thinking which will develop skills necessary for lifelong learning. Ranked #21 in State of Indiana (out of 412 high schools) - "Best High Schools 2014" - US News & World Report Only High School in the U.S. Offering Advanced Computer Animation Design and Virtual Reality Programming IDOE Four Star School 2012, 2013. Also Received an A from the IDOE in 2013 and 2014 Offers 14 Advance Placement (AP) Courses and 17 Dual Credit Courses in 2013-2014 2014 Seniors Earned $3,566,851 in Scholarships Recent State Champs or Qualifiers in Cheerleading, Cross Country, Girls Basketball, Dance, and Band Mt. Vernon Middle School Fortville, IN Home of The Marauders Mt. Vernon Middle School (MVMS), also located on the Fortville campus, has staff that is committed to positive student growth and development. Marattitudes (positive character traits) are encouraged to provide an environment where students grow academically, emotionally and socially. The staff provides engaging learning opportunities, such as the 8 th Grade Walk on Water science experiment. IDOE Four Star School 9 Times, Including 2009 and 2010 Student Council Named Honor Council for 11 Straight Years Cheerleaders Were State Champs 2011, 2012, 2014, and Dance Team Placed 3 rd in State - 2013 Science and Social Studies Academic Teams Both Ranked #3 in State Class Within Last Two Years Offers 18 Extra-Curricular Clubs/Activities and 17 Athletic Teams Fortville Elementary School Fortville, IN Home of The Vikings Fortville Elementary School (FES) is also located on the Fortville campus in the former 5 th -6 th Grade Intermediate building. FES is a Title 1 school that seeks to maximize each student s potential by working with the family and community to provide a strong academic foundation and citizenship to prepare students for society. Art, music and physical education are provided for all students. IDOE Four Star School 5 times IRead 3 Results 100% Passed in 2014 IDOE Rated FES an A School -2014 Modern Technology: 4 Computer Labs & 5 Stations in Classrooms, Keypad Entry for staff, Interactive White Boards 9 Clubs or Extra Curricular Activities Offered to Engage Students
Schools ~ McCordsville Elementary School McCordsville, IN Home of The Pirates McCordsville Elementary (MES) is located just west of the Fortville campus and provides a meaningful education with teachers who engage students and provide a safe and caring environment. Building capacity has now been reached with several years of growing enrollment. Strong community support and involvement has been a portion of MES s success since opening in January 2006. Art, music and physical education are provided for all students. IDOE Four Star School 2011 IRead 3 Results 100% Passed in 2013, and 97.6% Passed in 2014 Modern Technology: 4 Computer Labs & 3 Stations in Each Classroom, Interactive White Boards and Access to I-Pads 7 Clubs or Extra Curricular Activities Offered to Engage Students IStep Scores Exceeded State Average by 9.6% in 2014 Mt. Comfort Elementary School Greenfield, IN Home of The Buccaneers Mt. Comfort Elementary (MCE) is located south of the Fortville campus near I-70 and is the most recently constructed building taking occupancy in fall 2009. The staff strives to provide a stimulating and positive learning environment to challenge students to reach their full potential. Staff enriches students with creative curriculum that provides a foundation for life-long learning. Art, music and physical education are provided for all students. IDOE Four Star School - 18 Years Total, Including 2010. Also Received an A Rating in 2014. IStep Scores in 2014 Exceeded State Averages by 15.9% Strong Community, PTO and Outreach Partnerships that Support Students Educational Opportunities Multiage Classrooms in Grades 1 & 2, and 3 & 4 4 Computer Labs and 5 Stations in Each Classroom MVCSC Administration and School Board The mission of the Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation is to Engage, Educate and Empower today s students to seize tomorrow s opportunities. The MVCSC administration building is located on the Fortville school campus. The superintendent reports to five school board members who were elected at large. Currently, two board members began their term January, 2015, and the other three were elected in 2013. The administration facility houses the following departments: transportation, business and payroll, health services, food services, part of the technology staff, as well as the superintendent, assistant superintendent and support staff. Engage, Educate and Empower
Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation Superintendent Candidacy Profile & Application Process Candidate Profile The successful candidate will: Demonstrate a record of visionary leadership and strong administrative skills. Possess a strong working knowledge of curriculum, staff development, staff evaluation, collective bargaining, school budget and finance, and use data to drive decision-making. Demonstrate a willingness to be a visible, active community leader and attend extra-curricular events. Possess a strong desire to nurture an effective and harmonious working relationship with the school board, staff and members of the community. Demonstrate a commitment and ability to stay knowledgeable of educational challenges, school funding issues, legislative developments, and share that knowledge with appropriate audiences. Be committed to build a culture of continuous improvement. Be skilled and committed to sound fiscal management of all school corporation assets and resources. Demonstrate the highest standards of morality, ethics, integrity and personal conduct. Possess a proven ability to define, develop, implement, and evaluate short and long-term educational goals. Possess sensitivity to the total needs of all social-economic and cultural backgrounds pertaining to students, parents, educators, support staff, and the community in general. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills. Be committed to develop a knowledgeable base of community stakeholders who will be effective participants in the school improvement process. Possess a collaborative leadership style for decision-making. Think strategically, value diverse opinions, and balance resources and expenditures to satisfy the varying needs of the school district. Create a positive work environment where all employees feel appreciated and accountable. Demonstrate support of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. Demonstrate appropriate use of technology to enhance academic opportunities and improve overall operational efficiency. Qualifications: Valid Indiana Superintendent s License required. Five (5) years or more classroom teaching experience preferred. Central office experience preferred. Doctorate preferred, but not required. Employment Terms: Three (3) year contract beginning July 1, 2015. Competitive salary and fringe benefit package provided. Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation ~ 1776 W. State Road 234 ~ Fortville, IN 46040 www.mvcsc.k12.in.us ~ (317) 485-3100
Application Process Timeline: Jan 5-Feb 13, 2015 Applications Accepted Feb 16-Mar 11, 2015 Candidate Screening and Interviews April, 2015 New Superintendent Named July 1, 2015 Contract Begins Complete application should include: Formal letter of interest Current resume Three (3) letters of recommendation Copy of valid Indiana Superintendent s License Completed application form Placement file with transcript Completed application with all supporting materials must arrive to the following address by February 13, 2015 when the review process begins. Please mail the application and all supporting material to: Dr. Lynn E. Lehman Department of Educational Leadership, Room 923 Ball State University 2000 West University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 Inquiries related to this application should be directed to: Dr. Lynn E. Lehman lelehman@bsu.edu (317) 385-4122. Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation ~ 1776 W. State Road 234 ~ Fortville, IN 46040 www.mvcsc.k12.in.us ~ (317) 485-3100