New KHS Athletic Director & KMS Vice Principal, district medication policy approved
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KENNETT SQUARE – At its kickoff meeting for the 2015/2016 academic year, the Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD) board of directors place a continued focus on personnel changes, policy updates and academics.
Top announcements include Sean Harvey being approved as Kennett High School’s new, full-time Athletic Director. Harvey, who was selected as the top candidate out of nearly 40 applicants, spent 18 years as Oxford School District’s athletic director.
“I am thrilled to have a full-time person on board leading our athletics; sports add so much to KCSD students’ experience,” said board member Dominic Perigo, “I am looking forward to major changes within the department.
KHS’ new Athletic Director, Sean Harvey.
Perigo’s support was echoed by fellow board member, Douglas Stirling, “Sean Harvey has always conducted himself very professionally and ran a great program at Oxford…I am confident he will bring his skills to do the same for KHS.”
Kennett Middle School’s (KMS) current acting Vice Principal, Jacob Moore, was approved as the new, permanent KMS Vice Principal. Moore, who attended the meeting with his wife Raissa said, “It takes all of about eight minutes to look outside of the district’s boundaries and see how awesome KCSD is…I am fully committed to helping make KMS an ever greater place for our students to grow, achieve and learn.”
In other personnel news, KCSD’s Director of Special Education, Sharon Bennett, announced her retirement. Board President, Heather Schaenn thanked Bennett for her years of service, “Ms. Bennett has worked diligently to meet the needs of all children within this district; she will be missed.” Board member Aline Frank added, “I would like to thank Sharon for her years of patience and hard work. At times, she has had to perform under tremendous pressure and has always conducted herself with the utmost grace and professionalism.”
Schaenn also recognized KHS principal Jeremy Hritz and Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Michael Barber for their recent letter to students clearly identifying the requirements to be inducted in the National Honor Society.
KMS’ new Assistant Principal, Jacob Moore (R) and his wife, Raissa.
In an ongoing partnership with the University of Delaware’s Education Department, KCSD teachers will receive classroom visits and coaching from university professors on best practices and teaching strategies. Superintendent, Dr. Barry Tomasetti added, “Our focus remains in the academic advancement and achievement of all students within the district.”
Tomasetti also offered praise to KHS’ nurse, Diane Shannon, regarding her efforts in working with the board on policies 210 and 210.1 involving use of medication. The policy permits KCSD students to possess and self-administer asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors in compliance with state law and board policy.
KHS Student Council Co-President, Michael Claricurzio, reported that students are having a great start to the school year and are really enjoying their new principal, Jeremy Hritz. The student body has been providing positive feedback on the new Kennett Pride incentive: tickets and like being recognized for exhibiting positive behaviors. The KHS student council is turning its focus on making the most of homecoming festivities in late September.
In other district news this week, Tomasetti announced that all KCSD students will be admitted to KHS varsity sporting events, free of charge. Students can either show their school identification card or wear school spirit wear to be admitted with no cost. Tomasetti explained, “We have decided to offer our students free admission to all of our Kennett High School varsity athletic events. We believe this opportunity will provide our students with a safe place to gather and also to enjoy the social aspect of attending school sponsored events. I know that our athletes will enjoy the additional school spirit by having more students cheering them on.”
For additional information, including board meeting minutes and schedule, visit www.kcsd.org
