The East Porter County School Corporation Board of School Trustees has officially announced the search for a new superintendent to lead the district into its next chapter. The vacancy follows the upcoming retirement of Dr. Aaron Case, who will conclude his tenure at the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
The Board seeks to have a new leader in place by July 1, 2026, to serve the students and families of the Kouts, Morgan Township, and Washington Township communities.
A Tradition of Excellence
The next superintendent will inherit a district designated as a "Performance Qualified School District" by the Indiana Department of Education. East Porter is recognized for its high academic achievement, including:
Strong Graduation Rates: Recent data shows graduation rates as high as 97% to 99%, consistently outperforming state averages.
Academic Proficiency: Students regularly exceed state proficiency levels in both English/Language Arts and Mathematics.
Financial Stability: The corporation maintains a strong financial standing, recently receiving an AA+ bond rating from S&P Global Ratings.
Desired Leadership Profile
The Board is looking for a visible, approachable leader who can maintain the district’s "small town feel" while navigating modern educational challenges. Key requirements and preferred characteristics include:
Experience: Building-level experience is required, while central office and previous superintendent experience are preferred.
Expertise: Candidates should possess a strong working knowledge of school finance, school law, collective bargaining, and staff retention.
Communication: The Board emphasizes the need for effective skills in communication, collaboration, and community relations.
Values: The ideal candidate must possess the highest personal standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can find more information regarding the district profile, financial data, and application requirements on the Superintendent Search section of the webpage.
For questions regarding the application process, please contact Dr. Terry McDaniel, Professor Emeritus at Indiana State University, at tmcdaniel@indstate.edu or 812-821-7252.