Superintendent

Welcome Back
Superintendent Message
2024-2025 School Year

 

Welcome back! As we begin a new school year, I am filled with excitement about the possibilities that lie ahead for our students. Our district is embarking on several major capital projects, including the construction of a new primary school, the FFA multipurpose arena, and a tennis fieldhouse. These projects represent a significant investment in our students and our community, and we look forward to seeing how these improvements will benefit our students for years to come. They also reflect our commitment to educating the whole child. While we are thrilled about these new projects, our dedication to our students extends far beyond brick and mortar. This summer, I have worked closely with our leadership team to identify new opportunities to support our students as they move forward in their educational journeys. Over the past few years, the state has made literacy a focal point, and I am proud to say that our proactive approach has already yielded positive results. Moving forward, the JDCSS family will continue to raise our expectations and strive for even higher achievements in all subject areas across our schools. We remain committed to our district vision of a “relentless pursuit of excellence as we prepare students for life.”

 

We understand that education is a collaborative effort. It requires active engagement from students, staff, and stakeholders alike. We are fortunate to have approximately 400 dedicated staff members who are committed to providing our students with the best education possible. We are blessed with over 3,000 students who are the heart of our community. Additionally, we have incredible support from parents, guardians, business leaders, and other community members who help us build a strong foundation for our students. When we all work together, the potential for our students is limitless. When our students succeed, they gain hope. This is the future for our
community.

 

I encourage each of you to help our district become better tomorrow than we are today. In our district, we believe in continuous growth and improvement. This mindset reminds us that growth is a choice, and when we choose to grow, everyone around us benefits. I look forward to partnering with you as we grow together to make our students and our community the best they can be.

And as always...GO JACKETS!

Sincerely,
Dr. Chris Roppe
Superintendent