Anyone interested is encouraged to respond to the following questions at CTsearch@nasbe.org:

éWhat are the most critical education issues in Connecticut?

éWhat skills, experiences, and characteristics do you believe are essential for the next Connecticut Commissioner of Education to address these issues?

éWhat advice would you give to the Board as it proceeds with this process?

The search process has begun and the Board hopes to name a new Commissioner by the end of the year.

The Connecticut public school system serves more than 578,000 students (Pre-K through Grade 12) in 1,188 schools and programs. The CSBE and the Connecticut State Department of Education protect the educational interests of the state by providing leadership and service to 166 local public school districts, 17 regional technical high schools, three endowed and incorporated academies and 16 charter schools.

NASBE is a nonprofit organization founded in 1958. The organization works to strengthen state leadership in educational policymaking, promote excellence in the education of all students, advocate equality of access to educational opportunity, and assure continued citizen support for public education.

For additional questions about the Commissioner of Education search, contact Michael Hill, Deputy Executive Director, NASBE, at 800-368-5023, extension 1109. Additional information can be located at nasbe.org.