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Dear Superintendent Engel and G-E-T School Board Members,
We write to you as members of the Trempealeau Elementary Community to express concern over the current hiring process for the Trempealeau Elementary Principal position and to ask for your support in rehiring Mr. Lynn Halverson as principal.
Mr. Halverson’s previous experience as the Trempealeau Elementary Principal, as well as his 12 years of teaching within the G-E-T School District, attest to his ideal suitability for the position.
During his tenure as Principal, Mr. Halverson did an excellent job and was an asset to the school. He possesses strong communication skills, is professional and courteous, and demonstrates that as Principal, he leads by example. In his interactions with staff, students, and parents Mr. Halverson has proven that our children’s education and safety are his top priority.
We are concerned that Mr. Halverson was not granted an interview and is subsequently no longer considered a candidate for the Trempealeau Elementary Principal position. Additionally concerning is the lack of explanation as to why a highly qualified candidate with Director of Instruction Certification and proven experience as our principal was not considered.
In light of these concerns, we ask that you:
- Reconsider Mr. Halverson's exclusion from the interview process.
- Require the G-E-T School Board to convene in closed session to hear and resolve any past or current issues that may reside with Superintendent Engel regarding Mr. Halverson.
- Thoughtfully consider reestablishing Mr. Halverson as Principal of Trempealeau Elementary.
As Trempealeau Elementary community members, parents, teachers and staff, we take extreme pride in our school and advocate for the best possible environment for our children's education. Mr. Halverson has proven his ability and desire to provide a safe, supportive and successful education for our children.
Thank you for your attention to these important matters.
Sincerely,
The Trempealeau Elementary Community
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May 23, 2016
The school board is still refusing to explain why they excluded a proven leader from the interview process. Post the link to this petition on your Facebook page today so they know we are paying attention. Email your school board representative now to demand a public explanation for this decision.
May 23, 2016
We hit a significant mark in our movement today. Post this link on Facebook and text three friends to keep the momentum going until the Board acknowledges our request.
Reached 100 supporters
May 23, 2016
35 Comments
I'm very much interested in a transparent process in this selection of a new principal for GET elementary. Why is it that someone who has done the job before is now unable to be considered?
I am a past student of Mr. Halverson and I can say that he was honestly one of the best teachers I had thoughout my time at GET. Choosing to discount his application will be Tremealeau Elementary's loss. I urge you to reconsider, respectfully.
I've had/have three children going through Trempealeau Elementary School. My husband and I were very pleased with Mr. Halverson as the principal of Trempealeau Elementary. We were thrilled to find out he wants to come back. Top notch gentleman- personally and professionally. Please interview him for the position, as it is well deserved.
Lynn is the best fit for Trempealeau and there is no doubt he should've been on the interview list. 1) Most experience as the Trempealeau principal 2) staff he supervised want him 3) students loved him 4) parents loved him 5) he went above and beyond as our principal
Lynn was my oldest sons wrestling coach prior to becoming my middle child's principal. He was a great addition to TE. Next year I have a 4th grader and kindergartener at TE and they need a principal would will stay for more than one year and Lynn will do that. He is what is good for students and staff!
I know how much it affected the kids when he didn't come back is principal and I think having someone with his attitude needs to be in our school system and we need to get him back as soon as possible to make trempealeau Elementary great once again
Lynn is my brother and I have heard nothing but good from people that have worked with him while he was teaching at the GET school district and his time as Principal at the Trempealeau Elementary. Parents of children that have gone to or are going to Trempealeau Elementary have said he is one of the best they have seen. Children love him as he takes time for them instead of sitting in his office thinking of only himself with paper work. He was seen interacting with students out on the playground playing kickball for example. He is very professional and has a heart of gold. His priorities are always on top and most of all he is a fun loving guy. I am proud of him for who he is and is a fantastic father and husband.
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Dear Superintendent Engel and G-E-T School Board Members,
We write to you as members of the Trempealeau Elementary Community to express concern over the current hiring process for the Trempealeau Elementary Principal position and to ask for your support in rehiring Mr. Lynn Halverson as principal.
Mr. Halverson’s previous experience as the Trempealeau Elementary Principal, as well as his 12 years of teaching within the G-E-T School District, attest to his ideal suitability for the position.
During his tenure as Principal, Mr. Halverson did an excellent job and was an asset to the school. He possesses strong communication skills, is professional and courteous, and demonstrates that as Principal, he leads by example. In his interactions with staff, students, and parents Mr. Halverson has proven that our children’s education and safety are his top priority.
We are concerned that Mr. Halverson was not granted an interview and is subsequently no longer considered a candidate for the Trempealeau Elementary Principal position. Additionally concerning is the lack of explanation as to why a highly qualified candidate with Director of Instruction Certification and proven experience as our principal was not considered.
In light of these concerns, we ask that you:
- Reconsider Mr. Halverson's exclusion from the interview process.
- Require the G-E-T School Board to convene in closed session to hear and resolve any past or current issues that may reside with Superintendent Engel regarding Mr. Halverson.
- Thoughtfully consider reestablishing Mr. Halverson as Principal of Trempealeau Elementary.
As Trempealeau Elementary community members, parents, teachers and staff, we take extreme pride in our school and advocate for the best possible environment for our children's education. Mr. Halverson has proven his ability and desire to provide a safe, supportive and successful education for our children.
Thank you for your attention to these important matters.
Sincerely,
The Trempealeau Elementary Community
Updates
May 23, 2016
The school board is still refusing to explain why they excluded a proven leader from the interview process. Post the link to this petition on your Facebook page today so they know we are paying attention. Email your school board representative now to demand a public explanation for this decision.
May 23, 2016
We hit a significant mark in our movement today. Post this link on Facebook and text three friends to keep the momentum going until the Board acknowledges our request.
Reached 100 supporters
May 23, 2016
35 Comments
I know Lynn Halverson personally and as the principal of Trempealeau Elementry. He is a stand up individual and a great role model for my children. He has done a great job in the past and should at the very least be granted consideration for the position.
I'm very much interested in a transparent process in this selection of a new principal for GET elementary. Why is it that someone who has done the job before is now unable to be considered?
I am a past student of Mr. Halverson and I can say that he was honestly one of the best teachers I had thoughout my time at GET. Choosing to discount his application will be Tremealeau Elementary's loss. I urge you to reconsider, respectfully.
I've had/have three children going through Trempealeau Elementary School. My husband and I were very pleased with Mr. Halverson as the principal of Trempealeau Elementary. We were thrilled to find out he wants to come back. Top notch gentleman- personally and professionally. Please interview him for the position, as it is well deserved.
Lynn is the best fit for Trempealeau and there is no doubt he should've been on the interview list. 1) Most experience as the Trempealeau principal 2) staff he supervised want him 3) students loved him 4) parents loved him 5) he went above and beyond as our principal
Lynn was my oldest sons wrestling coach prior to becoming my middle child's principal. He was a great addition to TE. Next year I have a 4th grader and kindergartener at TE and they need a principal would will stay for more than one year and Lynn will do that. He is what is good for students and staff!
I know how much it affected the kids when he didn't come back is principal and I think having someone with his attitude needs to be in our school system and we need to get him back as soon as possible to make trempealeau Elementary great once again
Lynn is my brother and I have heard nothing but good from people that have worked with him while he was teaching at the GET school district and his time as Principal at the Trempealeau Elementary. Parents of children that have gone to or are going to Trempealeau Elementary have said he is one of the best they have seen. Children love him as he takes time for them instead of sitting in his office thinking of only himself with paper work. He was seen interacting with students out on the playground playing kickball for example. He is very professional and has a heart of gold. His priorities are always on top and most of all he is a fun loving guy. I am proud of him for who he is and is a fantastic father and husband.
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I know Lynn Halverson personally and as the principal of Trempealeau Elementry. He is a stand up individual and a great role model for my children. He has done a great job in the past and should at the very least be granted consideration for the position.