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Concord Public Schools & Concord-Carlisle Regional School District / Superintendent Online Application Hunter, Laurie - AppNo: 17710 Date Last Submitted for Job ID 927:

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Personal Data Name: Hunter DR Laurie A

(Last) (First) (Middle Initial)

Other name(s) under which transcripts, certificates, and former applications may be listed:

Other: Palmer Laurie A (Last) (First) (Middle Initial)

Email Address: [email protected]

Postal Address Permanent Address Work Address Number & Street: 9 Cold Harbor Drive Number & Street: 93 Chandler Street City: Northborough City: Duxbury State: MA State: MA Zip Code: 01532 Zip Code: 02332 Phone Number: 508 269-2616 Phone Number: 781 934-7600 Fax Number: Fax Number: Cell Number:

Where would you prefer to be contacted: Home

Current Personal Data Current Employer: Duxbury Public Schools Current Position: Assistant Superintendent Years in Position: 3 Enrollment: 3218 Number of Staff: 350 Annual Budget: $33,513,000 Current Gross Income: $137,900 Type of District/Organization: K - 12 Most Recent Degree From: Nova Southeastern University Degree Earned: Ed.D.

Administrative Experience Employer and Position Title Location:

City, State Dates: From - To

Primary Supervisor/Board Pres.

Duxbury Public Schools Assistant Superintendent

Duxbury, MA 07/13 present

Dr. Ben Tantillo/Superintendent 781-934-7600

Significant accomplishments in this position: -Oversight of Duxbury’s iConnect technology integration program, K-12, including individual laptop distribution to grades seven through twelve

-Partner in leadership of completion and opening of new co-located Duxbury Middle and High School in 2014 including building design, financial oversight of $127 million project and MSBA submission and reimbursement including presentation at MSBA conference -Implementation of five-year curriculum review cycle to ensure timely, current practices

-Involvement in development and presentation of annual district budget of approximately $33,000,000 that includes technology, curriculum and personnel funding

-One of three lead administrators participating in Interest Based Bargaining and recent ratification of 3-year contract with the Duxbury Teachers Association collectively meeting the needs of both faculty and leadership


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Experience Continued

-Implementation of all mandated and compliance DESE requirements and related School Committee policies including policies related to technology, personnel and instruction

-Development of professional development related to best practices, content and integration of technology focused on building technical skills then on pedagogy shifts

-Development of annual federal grants including Title I and IIA

-Oversight of human resource procedures including hiring, criminal background checks and certification while also integrating administrative software and efficiencies

-Engagement with multiple community organizations including Duxbury Education Foundation, Duxbury FACTS Coalition Against Substance Abuse, Duxbury Parent Connection, Duxbury Community Garden Club and Duxbury Historical Society

-Creation of personalized professional development model through Duxbury Teacher Academy housed in the district’s learning management system allowing teachers to self select content

Reason For Leaving: current position Last Annual Salary: $137,900 Last Annual Gross: $137,900 Enrollment: 3218 District Type: K - 12

Admin Experience Continued Employer and Position Title Location:



Freetown Lakeville Public Schools Principal

Lakeville, MA 07/99 06/13

John McCarthy/currently Superintendent of Scituate Public Schools 781-545-8759

Significant accomplishments in this position: -Responsibility directly to five member Lakeville School Committee responsible for oversight of elementary school from 1999-2009 including monthly meetings, reports and $5 million budget

-Highly involved participant in the regionalization of Freetown and Lakeville, K-12 to become the Freetown-Lakeville Regional Schools

-Communication with town officials as department head regarding operations and funding

-Presentations to community at annual Lakeville Town Meeting and Finance Committee

-Oversight of all aspects of elementary school management including facility maintenance, utilities, capital improvements, food service and maintenance of playground and grounds

-Leadership to raise over $100,000 to replace and build a community installed playground

-Leadership during budget reduction resulting in loss of 23 FTE and class sizes of over 30

-Leadership over the following four years to restore educational expectations resulting in school’s rebound to Level 1 status

-Mentor to administrative interns who now serve as building principals and curriculum leaders

-Finalist Principal of the Year 2009 Massachusetts Elementary School Principals Association

Reason For Leaving: promotion Last Annual Salary: $99,000 Last Annual Gross: $99,000 Enrollment: 525-750 District Type: Elementary


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Professional Experience Employer and Position Title Location:



Western Governors University Graduate Program Evaluator

Salt Lake City, UT 02/15 present

Dr. Ed Frick/Supervisor

Significant Accomplishments at this position: Part-time evaluator of written graduate submissions in educational leadership master’s program as part of competency based instructional model

Reason For Leaving: current position Last Annual Salary: $10,000 Last Annual Gross: $10,000

Fitchburg State University Graduate Course Instructor

Fitchburg, MA 05/15 08/15

Tracy McGrath Facilitator

Significant Accomplishments at this position: Facilitator of online graduate course reflective of research, best practices and implementation of various instructional approaches, Preschool-Grade 12

Reason For Leaving: end of semester Last Annual Salary: 0 Last Annual Gross: 0

The Connecting Link Graduate Course Instructor

Ventura, CA 05/15 08/15

Sheryl Parks

Significant Accomplishments at this position: Facilitator of online graduate course differentiation in the classroom incorporating research, best practices and implementation

Reason For Leaving: end of semester Last Annual Salary: $400 Last Annual Gross: $400

Grade 4 Teacher Natick Public Schools

Natick, MA 09/93 06/99

Significant Accomplishments at this position: Fourth grade teacher responsible for all aspects of curriculum, instruction and student needs

Reason For Leaving: Last Annual Salary: Last Annual Gross:

Grade 1 Teacher West Hartford Public Schools

West Hartford, CT 09/90 06/91

Significant Accomplishments at this position: First grade teacher responsible for all aspect of curriculum, instruction and student needs

Reason For Leaving: Last Annual Salary: Last Annual Gross:


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Education

High School Attended: Suffield High School, Suffield, CT

Colleges, Universities and Technical Schools Attended: Name and location Major Degree Date Conferred Nova Southeastern University Education

Leadership EdD 2014

Massachusetts Elementary School Principals’ Association Administrator Certification

1999

Harvard Graduate School of Education Reading MEd 1993 Boston College Elementary

Education BA 1990

List honors, awards or distinctions: Finalist Massachusetts Principal of the Year 2009

Apple Distinguished Program 2016 District recognition among 23 programs nationally recognized for K-12 technology integration. District to host two major school visits as model to other school districts

Please list your professional memberships - please indicate leadership roles you may have had with any of them. AASA CoSN MASS Southcoast Assistant Superintendent Lighthouse Group ASCD Digital Promise ISTE Learning Forward

Please list your community and civic memberships and participation. Chair Board of Deacons Director Trinity Handbell Choir Trinity Church Northborough, MA

Please list any publications you may have, including your doctoral and/or master’s dissertations, if appropriate. Distributed Leadership Within District-Wide Leadership Teams: Implications for the Superintendency Doctoral Dissertation 2014

Please list major presentations made to national, state or regional audiences. Roundtable Host: Digital Access for All in a Transformed Learning Environment AASA National Conference, New Orleans, LA, March 2017

Project-Based Learning in a World of Accountability Project-Based Learning Conference 6.1, Providence, RI, March 2017

Project-Based Learning in a World of Accountability Educational Planning Project-Based Learning Conference, Weston, MA, October 2016

iConnect K-12: Digital Access for All in a Transformed Learning Environment Massachusetts Computer Using Educators Fall Conference, Foxboro, MA, October 2016

iConnect: How to Successfully Move Your District Along the Technology Continuum


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Please list major presentations made to national, state or regional audiences. (continued)

CoSN Annual Conference, Washington D.C., April 2016

21st Century Teaching and Learning: The Impact on School Design Massachusetts School Building Authority "The Story of a School", Lexington, MA, January 2016

Integrating Project-Based Learning Across the Content Areas Educational Planning Project-Based Learning Conference, Weston, MA, October 2015

A Professional Development Strategy for Effective Implementation of Instructional Technology: Duxbury’s Approach to Preparing Teachers for its 1:1 iConnect Program and Beyond Massachusetts Computer Using Educators Fall Conference, Foxboro, MA, October 2015 Creating Alternate Instructional Settings Through Technology for Our Highest Risk Learners Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents Executive Institute, Mashpee, MA, July 2015

Please list significant workshops or conferences which you would like to highlight. National Institute for School Leadership Executive Development Program, 2011-2013

Certifications Do you hold the appropriate certificate for this position? Yes

Type State Certificate Number Expiration Date Active? Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent MA 300522 11/16/19 Yes Elementary Principal/Assistant Principal PreK-6 MA 300522 02/08/19 Yes Elementary 1-6 MA 300522 8/28/19 Yes

Please list all of the endorsements and/or verifications documented on your teaching/administrative certificate(s):

Open Ended Questions

For Concord Public Schools & Concord-Carlisle Regional School District / Superintendent: 1. Please share why you are interested in this position and your unique qualifications for it.

Concord-Carlisle’s core values of academic excellence, respect and empathy, equity, collaboration and ongoing improvement align with the values that guide my approach to leadership. Instruction and curriculum must be rigorous and student centered. Education must focus first on building relationships and making connections among individuals and groups. Even high performing districts must strive to improve and meet the needs of all students.

In 2013, I joined the leadership team of the Duxbury Public Schools as Assistant Superintendent. The culture of innovation and creativity rekindled my love of professional learning and passion for trying new things. Duxbury’s personal technology program, iConnect, was the first and most prominent project that allowed for this opportunity. With enthusiasm, I planned professional development for teachers that would build their technical skills first and then enhance their pedagogical skills to foster student-centered learning environments. I grew to love sharing our experiences and efforts during presentations at local and state conferences such as MassCUE and the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents. I then relished in the opportunity to co-present and collaborate with districts like Duxbury across the country at the national CoSN and AASA conferences. I would look forward to the opportunity to further Concord-Carlisle’s current technology program. Duxbury is also exploring an integrated community approach at the high school setting. Our regular conversations with Michael Goodwin of the Rivers and Revolutions program provide first hand knowledge of the same innovative approach in Concord. I would relish the opportunity to enhance and grow this mindset.

My communication and organizational strengths are an integral role in creating comprehensive academic and administrative systems. Systemic processes are in place to manage teacher evaluation, house all of the district’s student performance data and manage and


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Question Continued interact with curriculum maps across all of Kindergarten through Grade 12. As a result, data analysis and interpretation occurs at new levels across curriculum, instruction and assessment which are undoubtedly the three critical elements to student success. Similarly, administrative processes including hiring, securing substitutes and tracking of professional development are streamlined to allow for efficiencies and the possibilities of future effectiveness. To complement my organizational abilities, I am a firm believer in frequent, ongoing and appropriate communication with all stakeholders. I currently provide weekly updates to staff and administrators as well at least monthly updates to the parent community and Duxbury School Committee. In between this formal communication are daily efforts to share information, problem solve and ensure personal communication remains the preferred and effective method to make connections and resolve conflict.

One of my personal strengths is building relationships between people. Among my favorite moments are those where I meet with committees of teachers, parents and students to critically reflect on our current status and brainstorm future directions. I also fully immerse myself in the culture of intellect and education offered by involved and invested parents and community members. This degree of dialogue and understanding allows for great professional and education conversations which I find create conditions for mutual growth. I work closely with the Duxbury Teachers Association in a collaborative, cooperative fashion and know I could bring the same rapport to Concord. As we did as eager and enthusiastic young teachers in Natick many years ago, I believe that Concord Teachers Association President Merrie Najimy and I would partner to lead Concord with that same energy and commitment to a high quality, respectful learning environment.

Finally, it is of great importance that I view students as any district’s most valued members. It has been my pleasure to interact with many high school students who participate on various district committees. On several occasions, the articulate and honest opinions of these young adults allowed every adult in the discussion to step back and realize what was most important which is the impact adult decisions have on our students. Elementary students are thrilled for a classroom visit and will immediately and enthusiastically explain their work to me. Among the greatest values to me personally is my impact on students who face challenging situations such as homelessness or struggles to reach graduation. Through the programming and supports I creatively and collaboratively fostered for these students, their success was the result. The most recent example was a graduation picture shared when one of the 2016 seniors graduated from an online credit recovery program in cap and gown proudly displaying a diploma she earned in the month of October.

Concord-Carlisle’s qualities enhance and complement my strengths. It would be a privilege to have the opportunity to lead the district into the future.

For Concord Public Schools & Concord-Carlisle Regional School District / Superintendent: 2. Please list the five accomplishments in your professional career of which you take the greatest satisfaction and why you do so.

My professional accomplishments are the result of vision, relationships and resilience. I view every experience as an opportunity for my personal and professional growth while focused on having the most positive impact possible on the learning environment of students. As I discuss the accomplishments of which I am most satisfied, I recognize that none of the efforts were done in isolation but the product of collective efforts. They are a result of my leadership approach which instills the confidence and direction needed for success.

Among one of my most satisfying accomplishments is the success of the iConnect instructional technology program. I began my current position of Assistant Superintendent slightly over a year before the planned distribution of 1100 laptops to students in grades eight through twelve. During that year, I fostered a direction for professional development and the logistical details ensuring that, not only would distribution go smoothly, but teachers would be comfortable with the new technical tools available to students. Since September of 2014, we expanded the program to include all four schools and are now focused on pedagogical and instructional shifts. It has been my privilege to share our journey at local, state and national conferences. With great satisfaction, the district was recently named an Apple Distinguished Program.

Secondly, Duxbury’s leadership team is of singular mindset and focus. This is a result of the team’s cohesive vision. The current superintendent and I created a master vision and hired over one-third of the current leadership team. These hiring decisions and ongoing collaboration built a team that trusts one another, manages conflict respectfully which ultimately benefits the direction of the district. For example, a newly hired teacher shared with me that she felt this cohesiveness as she was hired by one team of administrators and then attended orientation led by myself and several different leaders. Her feedback on the team’s seamless alignment was evidence of the high functioning nature of this leadership team which I proudly facilitate, participate and collectively lead.


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Question Continued

My systemic leadership led to the effective creation of a curriculum review cycle in Duxbury is my third most satisfying accomplishment. The cycle results in ongoing improvement efforts that do not allow for stagnation. Through this process, the engagement of teachers is critical. I am continually impressed by the professional and reflective nature of Duxbury’s teachers. Open and honest communication among lateral and vertical colleagues allows us to highlight our strengths and needs. These same teachers then open themselves to the input of outside consultants and review their feedback objectively. As a result, the cycle ensures that current research, best practices and aligned curriculum are in place as well as a culture of reflection and professional growth. I look forward to creating similar systemic processes with other professionals.

As a fourth accomplishment, I built strong connections with the community. As principal, a capstone to these relationships occurred when, under my leadership, the elementary school raised over $100,000 to replaced an outdated playground. 300 volunteers came together over a three-day weekend to build an impressive play structure for students to use during the day and the community to use off of school hours. In Duxbury, my relationships with the community extend to many of Duxbury’s incredibly invested community groups including The Parent Connection and The Duxbury Education Foundation. These partnerships have provided effective programming for students and parents as well as seeding funds for district initiatives and professional development.

Finally, of all of my accomplishments, the one that is most satisfying was also the most challenging. The elementary school of which I was principal received a budget cut of $1.2 million of a $5 million budget in one round of budget reductions. The result was a loss of 23 staff members. Students in grades Kindergarten through three were suddenly in class sizes of over 30. A school that had been relieved of overcrowding had to welcome back the entire fourth grade class after they had moved to a new school three years before. Meeting student needs became increasingly difficult. MCAS dropped by the end of that school year. Staff morale was very low. One year later, as the building’s leader, we regrouped and focused on improving student outcomes to the best of our ability. The superintendent at the time emphasized school improvements despite the lack of resources. With determination and resilience, the staff and I analyzed data, targeted interventions and student performance improved. Upon my departure in 2013, the school returned to a Level 1 status. This experience allowed me to understand and appreciate the importance of a strong educational leadership and positive mindset.

Language Skills Do you know any language other than English? No

Professional References

Reference 1 Reference 2 Name: Dr. Ben Tantillo Cheryl Lewis School/Org: Duxbury Public Schools Duxbury Public Schools Current Position: Superintendent Director of Technology Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: 781-934-7600 781-934-7600 Mailing Address: 93 Chandler Street

Duxbury, MA 02332 71 Alden Street Duxbury, MA 02332

Email: [email protected] [email protected] Relationship to Candidate: Supervisor Colleague Years Known: 3 3


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Professional References cont.

Reference 3 Reference 4 Name: Karen Whitaker Carolyn Gomes School/Org: Alden Elementary School Freetown-Lakeville Regional School

Committee Current Position: Principal Chair Home Phone: Cell Phone: 508-802-3455 Work Phone: 781-934-7630 Mailing Address: 75 Alden Street

Duxbury, MA 02332 1 Lookout Way Lakeville, MA 02347

Email: [email protected] [email protected] Relationship to Candidate: Colleague School Committee Member Years Known: 3 15

General Information List any additional information which will support your candidacy.

Are you presently under contract? Yes When does contract expire? 06/30/2017 Have you ever failed to have your contract renewed, be rehired, been asked to resign a position, or resigned to avoid termination?

No

If yes, explain. Have you ever had a credential or certificate revoked, suspended or annulled in any state, territory or foreign country?

No

If yes, explain. Where did you hear of our vacancy?

Referrals How did you hear about employment with us?

HYA Website


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Legal Information 1. Are you eligible to work in the United States? Yes

2. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving a sex offense or a controlled substance? No If yes, explain, giving dates:

3. Have you ever had any indicated finding of child abuse filed in your name? No If yes, explain, giving dates:

4. Have you ever been convicted of any crime? No If yes, explain, giving dates:

Confirmation I authorize the organization(s) to which I am applying and Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates, Ltd. to contact my references or any other references deemed necessary to ascertain the merits of my candidacy for this position. I authorize references to discuss my application and/or release information concerning me, and agree to hold them, the District, and the consultants harmless for providing and/or utilizing any information requested and/or provided.

I also request that my application and interest in the administrative position remain as confidential as possible under the applicable laws of the state. I understand that my candidacy may become a matter of public record when I am presented to the Board. I further understand that elements of my resume may be available to the public and the news media at such time. However, I request that reasonable effort be taken to maintain the confidentiality of this application and other documents and information which accompany my application for the position for which I am applying. (Note: In some states, such as Florida, there can be no confidential written correspondence. Please call HYA if interested in one of these positions.)

If you answer "yes" to any of the above questions, you must submit official copies of court records including disposition of the case(s).

I hereby affirm that there are no misrepresentations, omissions or falsifications in the foregoing statements and answers, and that the entries made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I acknowledge that any misrepresentations, omissions or falsifications might be grounds for dismissal if employed for this position.

Laurie A. Hunter (agreed online)

July 2016 To Whom It May Concern: It is rare to see an administrator at the central office level working with children and viewing their accomplishments on a fairly regular basis, yet this is what Dr. Hunter does. She can be seen reading to children or asking how they solved a math problem. As the principal of Alden School, I have had the opportunity to work with Dr. Hunter for the past three years. She is a professional committed to providing quality education for all children. Dr. Hunter was a former elementary principal prior to her tenure in the Duxbury Public Schools but in a very short time became well versed in the secondary level tasks. She had identified this as an area of weakness when joining the team but is now a strong leader in K-‐‑12 curriculum and instruction. Dr. Hunter led our district in becoming more vertically aligned in all areas. She saw the need to develop a curriculum cycle to keep Duxbury a top preforming school district. Her vision is whole and she always keeps the big picture in mind. This is important for comprehensive decisions. Dr. Hunter has had many accomplishments during her years as Assistant Superintendent in Duxbury and prior administrative accomplishments. Her pursuit and desire to become a superintendent is a logical next step. Any district would benefit from her solid work ethic, strong leadership, and dedication. I have sat on many committees with Dr. Hunter and she has always been very thorough and organized. The elementary math committee is only one example of her accomplishments. A new math program was adopted and accepted by 100% of the teachers, not an easy task with a large staff. Her leadership to allow teachers to pilot, discuss, observe and vote brought total consensus in adopting the new program. Dr. Hunter has streamlined processes using technology for assessments, curriculum mapping, student data, substitute teachers, teachers requesting time off and registration of students, all to be more efficient. She has put many new initiatives in place since arriving in Duxbury. If you would like to further discuss Dr. Hunter and her candidacy to become a superintendent, please feel free to contact me at 781-‐‑934-‐‑7630 or my cell 781-‐‑258-‐‑9143. Sincerely, Karen Whitaker Principal, Alden School

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