Coaching changes and science teacher appointment

Dear parents and guardians,

During my first few weeks in Claremont, I have found more and more procedures and systems that either have never existed or have fallen into disuse. One of those is the process for posting and filling coaching positions. Several weeks ago, I informed the principal and athletic director that I would require recommendations for fall coaching roles and would then issue contracts to coaches from the SAU office before the start of the season. Those contracts are being sent to many coaches this week.

Simultaneously, I am of the genuine concern that there may not be enough full-time educators at Claremont Middle School to safely open the school this fall. In a public meeting during May or June, I implored anyone in the community who was willing to work at the middle school, and who might be eligible to become certified in any way, to please reach out to talk about the possibility of working at CMS.

Mr. Matt Kinson was one of those who stepped forward, and I have appointed him as a much-needed middle school science teacher at CMS and as the varsity soccer coach at Stevens High School. This follows the common practice in New Hampshire where teachers are also coaches in their district. 

Throughout this process, I have communicated with Mr. Jason Stone. This decision is in no way a reflection on him, his abilities, dedication, or passion for the game and for Stevens soccer. This was a staffing decision made in the best interest of the entire school district.

I would have preferred to have an opportunity to do something like this many weeks, even months ago, but unfortunately that has not been possible in Claremont for nearly a full year. I am sorry for the timing of this and look forward to a day when our school district completes annual coach evaluations, posting, and contracts with protocols and scheduling similar to other solidly functioning districts.

Sincerely,

Timothy Broadrick, Ed.D.

Superintendent