Northeast San Antonio Metrocom Edition | June 2023

EDUCATION

Milton Fields III conrmed new superintendent for Judson ISD

FINDING A SUPERINTENDENT The Judson ISD superintendent search process began in November following the resignation of Jeanette Ball.

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November Jeanette Ball resigns, receiving $140,000 payout

BY JARRETT WHITENER

all the qualities identied on the leadership prole that was made by our community.” Fields was named interim superintendent on Dec. 1 following the resignation of Jeanette Ball.

The superintendent search for Judson ISD concluded with the Board of Trustees’ appointment of Milton “Rob” Fields III on May 11 following a required 21-day waiting period. Fields had been named the lone nalist for the position on April 20, following the interview process, which included more than 40 nation- wide applicants. Fields is a JISD alumnus and has been in education for over 21 years, serving the last 16 years in JISD, most recently as deputy superintendent of student services and administration. “The board interviewed very talented and exceptional public school leaders,” JISD Board President Jennifer Rodriguez said in an April 20 release. “We were so pleased to see that Dr. Fields, both a product of the district and a current leader in the district, rose to the top. He possessed

Dec. 1 Milton “Rob” Fields III appointed as interim superintendent

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February Surveys sent to stakeholders for feedback on what is expected in a leader January District enters agreement with Hazard Young Attea and Associates to serve as the superintendent search rm March Board of trustees approves a search prole for a superintendent then holds eight interviews with candidates over three weeks April 20 Milton "Rob" Fields III named lone nalist

Milton “Rob” Fields III

“He has consistently demonstrated tremendous dedication to our stu- dents and sta,” Rodriguez said. “We are condent in his ability to continue to lead with passion, integrity and knowledge as he has shown during his time as the interim.” Fields has also served as the assistant superintendent of operations and principal of Karen Wagner High School, states the release. “It is an honor and a blessing to be given the opportunity to continue my educational journey working with the

May 11* Trustees voted to ocially appoint Fields superintendent

SOURCE: JUDSON ISDCOMMUNITY IMPACT *TRUSTEES MUST WAIT A STATEMANDATED 21 DAYS BEFORE FIELDS IS GIVEN FINAL APPROVAL.

incredible students, sta and com- munity of Judson ISD,” Fields said in the release. “I rst learned about the deep-rooted tradition of excellence in our district as a student here, and I

am so proud, as an educator, to have been a part of how it has evolved. I am so grateful and excited to continue giving back to the community that has helped shape me as a leader.”

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