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Meet Polk County School District’s new superintendent

graphic for the super search

Graphic via Polk County Public Schools

After a busy week of public appearances + virtual Q+A sessions, Frederick R. Heid has been appointed as Polk County Public Schools’ Superintendent.

Photo of Superintendent Heid

Frederick R. Heid, photo via Polk County Public Schools

Polk County’s “Super Search” was a months-long process in which candidates were selected, finalists were named, and an in-depth search was conducted in an effort to fill the spot’s vacancy.

Frederick previously served Algonquin County in his role of superintendent for the Community Unit School District. Currently, Frederick is earning his Doctoral degree in Education from Aurora University.

You can read about Frederick’s philosophy on education, as well as answers to other questions, here.

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