Dexter Community Schools Superintendent informs community of a potential change

This was sent out to the school community on April 23 by Dexter Community Schools Superintendent Chris Timmis:

April 23, 2021

Dear DCS Parents and Staff,

I'm writing today to notify you that I was selected as one of 5 candidates to interview as the next Wayne RESA Superintendent. I am not actively looking for a new position but was contacted regarding the opening. I've been a local superintendent for 13 years and have committed my entire career to improving the education for all students. The past 8 years in Dexter have been extremely rewarding and I love this community. Every day, we are able to impact the lives and education of over 3600 students.

The decision to interview for the Wayne RESA Superintendent position is one that is tied to my personal background and passion for educating kids. I grew up in Wayne County, taught in Wayne County, have a degree from Wayne State, and wrote my dissertation about schools of choice and the racial implications in Wayne County. The potential to help support learning for Wayne County’s 270,000+ kids and students on a statewide basis is appealing on a both personal and professional level.

Thank you for your continued trust and understanding.

Take care and Go Dreads!

Sincerely,

Christopher Timmis, EdD

Superintendent

(Wayne County Regional Educational Service Agency or Wayne RESA is a regional educational service agency for schools in Wayne County)