Alternative School Principal & Elementary Assistant Principal
Kearney Public Schools
Administrative positions for the 20-21 school year
- Alternative School Principal – KPS will open the Hanny Arram Center for Success Alternative School. 7-12 Principal endorsement required. 205 day contract.
- Elementary Assistant Principal – K-6 Principal endorsement required. 190 day contract.
Vision, Mission, Beliefs
The KPS Vision:
Kearney Public Schools will provide a safe, supportive learning community that empowers students to become problem-solvers, engaged citizens, and compassionate people who own their future.
The KPS Mission:
Inspire & empower students to impact the world!
KPS Beliefs:
• Public education benefits the entire community teaches positive citizenship, and is the shared responsibility of all.
• Education addresses the whole child's development – academic, social-emotional, personal health and well-being and prepares the student for life's transitions.
• Instruction addresses critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity in a global society.
• Learning is an interactive process where all students learn to read, write, and think critically to the best of their ability.
• High expectations promote higher achievement.
• Education should be tailored to every student's needs.
• Every student should take ownership of their education.
• Education inspires students and cultural appreciation.
• Everyone is entitled to a safe, caring, and respectful learning environment.
• Education guides the student's understanding of ethical behavior and is reflected in their actions
Sustainability Statement:
Embodied within the mission of Kearney Public Schools is a dedication to help our students develop into good citizens that are responsible, contributing members of our society. And part of what defines a good citizen is one that uses resources in a wise and efficient manner, otherwise defined as using our resources in a sustainable way.
The actions we pursue are a collection of focused efforts to help meet our educational goals by wisely using our resources and concurrently demonstrating environmental stewardship to our students, staff, and community.