The Lynchburg City School Board is seeking a highly qualified, honest, and collaborative Superintendent with integrity to lead the division who will serve as an advocate for public education. The Board wants the successful candidate to assume the responsibilities of the position on or before July 1, 2025. 

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development is engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the School Board in identifying and screening the candidates.

LCS Superintendent Position Description

Community Feedback

As it looks to best meet the needs of students, families, staff members, and community members in the years ahead, the School Board seeks feedback that will help inform the search process for the superintendent. Community members are invited to attend a series of feedback sessions, during which they can share their thoughts on the experiences, attributes, and characteristics they think the next superintendent should have.

Community Meetings
  • Monday, Feb. 3 | 6:15-7:30 p.m. - Heritage High School (Forum) - 3101 Wards Ferry Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502
  • Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 7-8:30 p.m. - E. C. Glass High School (Cafeteria) - 2111 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 6-7:30 p.m. - Sandusky Middle School (Cafeteria) - 805 Chinook Place, Lynchburg, VA 24502

Community members who are unable to attend these meetings can share their feedback using the survey below.

LCS Superintendent Search Survey

Stakeholder Meetings

The Board will also solicit input from key community partners and LCS staff. Click here for more information.

Search Timeline

  • Closing date for applications: Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 (11:30 p.m. central time)
  • School Board selects finalists to interview: March 2025
  • Finalists Interviews with the School Board: March 2025
  • Selection of new Superintendent: Early April 2025
  • Start date: on or before Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Contact Information

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
11725 Arbor St., Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144
888-375-4814
Email: [email protected]

Consultants

Dr. Ralph Ferrie ([email protected])
Dr. Debra White ([email protected])
Dr. Christopher Lowder ([email protected])