Applications now being accepted for Superintendent

The application process is now open through November 16, 2025. Interested candidates should submit an application online that includes:

• Completed online application
• Formal letter expressing interest in the position
•  Resume/CV
• Four current letters of recommendation (within one year)
• Proof of certifications and licensure

Only full application packets will be considered. Applicants are asked not to contact board members. For questions, contact Deetra Sallis at 815-754-2328 or [email protected].

DeKalb CUSD 428 Superintendent Vacancy Overview

A Message From D428 Board of Education President Chris Boyes

October 1, 2025

The DeKalb CUSD 428 Board of Education has started the process of selecting its next inspirational leader, who will continue the District's student-centered focus on growth and achievement, while advancing its forward momentum in accordance with its Core Values, Mission, and Vision.In the interest of time and efficiency, the Board has decided to conduct the search independently and will not be seeking a third-party search firm.

A critical component of this process is seeking input from our families, staff, and the broader community to help build a leadership profile that outlines the professional and personal characteristics required for success in this role. We invite and encourage all stakeholders to participate in the D428 Superintendent Search Survey, which will be instrumental in helping us articulate the combination of credentials, experiences, leadership skills, and personal traits our next leader will demonstrate. The survey is open now through midnight (12:00 a.m.) on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. All responses are anonymous.

We look forward to engaging with our internal and external stakeholders throughout this process to select our next visionary leader. We encourage and welcome everyone to take advantage of opportunities to provide their feedback, which will directly inform the leadership profile for our next superintendent, helping to ensure the voices of our community are heard and represented in the final candidate selection process.

- Chris Boyes, D428 Board President