Members of the Bartholomew Consolidated School board said they were impressed with the innovations that Dr. Jim Roberts brought to the Batesville Community Schools. The board has chosen Roberts to be the next superintendent of the BCSC district.
School Board President Jill Shedd talks about what the school board was looking for.
The BCSC board is set to vote on Roberts contract on Monday.
School Board member Jeff Caldwell said the board was impressed with Roberts’ innovations.
School Board member Rich Stenner said the board appreciated the awards Roberts has won, as well as innovations such as an immersive learning program focused on Mandarin Chinese.
School Board member Bob Abrams said he originally met Roberts when they both worked on regional education issues through ECO 15.
Roberts will replace Dr. John Quick, who is retiring at the end of the school year.
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The BCSC board is set to vote on Roberts contract on Monday.