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Kirk Koennecke
115 High Street N
Saint Paris, OH 43072
koenneckek@grahamlocalschools.org - (614) 5429606
Contents:
1. Online Application
2. Attachment: Cover Letter1
3. Attachment: Resume
4. Attachment: Resume p. 2
5. Attachment: Resume p. 3
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McPherson and Jacobson LLC Online Application
Koennecke, Kirk - AppNo: 4968 Date Submitted: 4/2/2019
Personal Data
Name: Mr. Kirk Koennecke
(Title) (First) (Middle Initial) (Last)
Other name(s) under which transcripts, certificates, and former applications may be listed:
Other: Kirk Koennecke
(Title) (First) (Middle Initial) (Last)
Email Address: koenneckek@grahamlocalschools.org
Postal Address
Permanent Address Present Address
Number & Street: 115 High Street N Number & Street:
Apt. Number: Apt. Number:
City: Saint Paris City:
State/Province: OH State/Province:
Zip/Postal Code: 43072 Zip/Postal Code:
Country: United States of America Country:
Daytime Phone: (614) 5429606 Phone Number:
Home/Cell Phone: (614) 5429606
Employment Desired
Closed Vacancy Desired: Date Last Experience in
Submitted Similar Positions
JobID: 465 Administration: Ohio - Superintendent, Indian Hill Exempted Village 3/28/2019 3 years
School District, OH, 2018-19 at Ohio - Indian Hill Exempted Village, OH
* Is a seasoned administrator with a proven track record of fiscally and organizationally managing a school district; a successful
educational leader with the ability to develop leadership in others.
* Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to establish and achieve personal and organizational goals. Committed to academic
excellence and understands their primary responsibility is providing a quality education for all students. Ability to recruit and develop
professional talent.
* A team player who can develop positive collaborative relationships. A strong leader who has the ability to take charge while working
within the policies and directives of the district.
* A people person who respects the opinions of others, is accessible to all stakeholders, is a positive role model who leads by example,
and is active and visible in the school and community.
Please describe your strengths and abilities as it relates to the above listed criteria.
I have over 24 years’ experience in a wide array of roles, with a proven record of innovation, school improvement, organizational
management skills, and fiscal attention to detail. I have spent much time working on instructional and leadership development
throughout my career in diverse school settings. I am most proud of the other leaders I have developed in this time, all of whom are now
successful educational leaders in their own rights. I am a certified human resources leader, as well as a certified leadership trainer.
I believe in being a strong listener, respecting the work and opinions of others, and reaching out to learn those divers perspectives that
might make us better in our work with children. It’s important to model the way, engage others, and ultimately inspire and motivate our
community to support our vision. This requires activity, visibility, and energy that is intentional, routine, and consistent, which I am
known for.
I believe I possess the ability to help a team establish goals with shared vision and values. I hold myself and others accountable and
discuss measuring our accountability to the team with norms we practice, and leadership behaviors we expect, that help us achieve
academic excellence and equity for children. I make student-centered decisions first. Teams that work hard and play hard together
ultimately achieve more. I try to cultivate this climate.
I enjoy working with others, and work hard to develop positive relationships. I delegate and develop trust in others, and help them shine.
At the same time, I have no problems making decisions for proactive guidance in our system. I have been, and always will be, motived to
outwork those around me to help children be successful in their chosen futures.
* Do you hold a Superintendent Certification for the state represented by the position to Yes
which you are applying?
(If you have questions regarding the requirements to be a superintendent in the state, contact the Department of Education.)
Education
Please tell us about your educational background
beginning with the most recent
.
Highest Degree Attained Number of graduate hours beyond your Grad Program Of Study
highest degree:
Ed. Specialist/6th yr./etc. Ed. Specialist
Experience
Please list ALL relevant professional work experience
beginning with the most recent. (in reverse chronology)
Review all responses before submitting - some questions may have changed.
Experience Continued
Previous Position Held Employer Contact Information Supervisor/Reference Contact
Information
Harding High School 420 Presidential Drvie, Suite B Gary Barber
Principal Marion, OH 43302 7409632160
740-223-3300 gary_barber@tiffincityschools.org
Date From - Date 04/2013 - 07/2016 Full or Part Time: Full
To: (Total Yrs: 3)
District 5400
Enrollment
May we contact Yes
this employer?
Reason for Sought superintedent role
Leaving:
Professional References
Reference 1 of 3 Reference 2 of 3
Name: Steve Setty Steve Prince
School/Org: Graham Local Schools Graham Local Schools
Current Position: Board Vice President Board Member
Home Phone: 9372448198
Cell Phone: 9372448198 9378690625
Work Phone:
Mailing Address: 7790 W Hwy 36, Saint Paris, OH 43072 7790 US Hwy 36, Saint Paris, OH 43072
Email: settys@grahamlocalschools.org princes@grahamlocalschools.org
Years Known: 4 4
Reference 3 of 3
Name: Steve Fujii
School/Org: Battelle for Kids
Current Position: Director
Home Phone:
Cell Phone: 6145199392
Work Phone:
Mailing Address:
Email: spf0311@gmail.com
Years Known: 7
Disclosures
Contract Status
* Are you currently under contract? Yes
If Yes, which district? Graham Local Schools
If Yes, when does it expire? 2020
Professional Status
* Have you ever failed to be rehired, been asked to resign a position, resigned to avoid No
termination, or terminated from employment?
If Yes, explain:
* Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation? No
Please Note: A conviction will not necessarily bar you from employment. Facts, such as date of occurrence and rehabilitation will be considered. This information will be used only for job-related purposes and only to the
extent permitted by applicable law.
Have you ever had any indicated finding of child abuse filed in your name? No
* Does your name appear on any Sex Offender Database in any state or country? No
Please accept this letter as proof of my sincere interest in your posted position. I would welcome
the opportunity to compete for this role. The opportunity to impact learners in the Indian Hill EVSD is
especially attractive to me at this time. I seek to broaden my leadership experiences with a new challenge,
and appreciate the history and culture of the Cincinnati region. I have close family and friends in the area,
and have spent much time there. The supportive and diverse community and the quality schools are
highly attractive to my family. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
I would welcome the opportunity to share my diverse background qualifications, which includes 15 years
of successful administrative experience in both urban and rural settings, with 24 years of progressive
leadership roles in several excellent school districts, two universities, and area businesses. I have been
fortunate to work with, and learn from, some of our nations’ best educators and leaders in that time.
The opportunity to positively impact the students of Indian Hill would be an honor. I believe my
experiences in leadership development, strategic design, curriculum and instruction, community
outreach, human resources and negotiations have prepared me for this role.
This community deserves to continue its long tradition of excellence and leadership in academics, fine
arts, and athletics. I would welcome the opportunity to learn from, and work with, some of the finest
educators in the region as we realize a shared vision for the future of our schools.
Please see my resume and additional attachments. I can provide additional information and area
references should you request it. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Kirk Koennecke
Superintendent
Graham Local Schools
Executive Director
Ohio Small & Rural Collaborative
c 614-542-9606
Kirk Koennecke c 614-542-9606
115 N. High Street w 937-663-4123
Saint Paris, Oh 43072 susieham67@live.com
M. A. Education Specialist, Superintendent Licensure 2014 Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio
M.A. Education Administration, 2005 cum laude John Carroll University, University Hts., Ohio
B.S. Secondary Education, 1994 cum laude The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
MBA Kent State University, Kent, Ohio, 1997-99 (18 hrs completed)
Administrative Experience:
2003-2004 Assistant Principal, Athletic Director Richmond Hts., Richmond Hts, Ohio
Directed athletics/activities/fundraising events grades 5-12
Evaluation and supervision of supplemental staff
Coordinated CVC League Merger; Created annual Booster Raffle
Teaching Experience:
2002-2003 Teacher, Social Studies 9-12 Mayfield High School, Mayfield, Ohio
1995-2002 Teacher, Social Studies 9-12 Theodore Roosevelt High School, Kent, Ohio
Business Experience:
Coaching Experience:
Blog: Planting Seeds. Compelled Blogger Badge. Shared via AASA Website monthly. Go to:
kirkkoenecke.blogspot.com
Publications:
Small Town STEM; District Administration; Volume 4, No. 77, September 2018
Model Schools Case Study; AASA Success Practices Network; September 2018
Innovation and Implementation in Rural Places, pages 307–327 Copyright © 2018 by Information Age
Publishing
One Hit Wonders of Professional Development, District Administration; Volume 3 No. 75 March 2018
Tech Integration, One Room at a Time; Principal-NAESP; Volume 96, No. 4, March/April 2017
Career Gears @ Graham; Ohio Department of Higher Education Journal; January 2017
Presentations:
Awards/Citations:
Other: