Tracy Bonday, Diocese of Des Moines
EducationBBA, University of Miami
Coral Gables, Fl. 1988
JD, University of Miami
Coral Gables, Fl. 1991
Master of Science, Education Administration
Nova Southeastern University, 2006
Currently, Drake University
Certificate Superintendent’s Endorsement
Past work experience
Principal, Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Catholic School, Pk-12
Richmond, Virginia 2011-2015
AP Government Teacher/Administrative Aide, Douglas Freeman High School
Richmond, Virginia 2007-2011
Social Studies Teacher/SACS Self-Study Chair, Lehigh Senior High School
Ft. Myers, Florida 2005-2007
Development Director, Bishop Verot Catholic High School
Ft. Myers, Florida 2001-2005
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
Bishop Pates was at a National Conference and met the Superintendent for the Diocese of Richmond. Bishop Pates was looking for someone who could take a more entrepreneurial approach to working with schools in the Diocese of Des Moines. I wanted a position that would allow me to grow professionally and where I could use my strengths in fundraising, marketing and finance.
What is your vision for your district?
To continue to make sure our schools develop and inspire learning for life by providing a world-class education within a Catholic environment.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy spending time with my daughters, cooking and traveling. I enjoy supporting and spending time with my new extended family through the United States Naval Academy, where my younger daughter attends. I also enjoy supporting UVA basketball and watching my daughter perform in the band there.
Kreg Lensch, Glidden-Ralston
EducationI graduated from Northwestern College and received my masters and specialist from Drake University.
Past work experience
I taught at Storm Lake St. Mary's, East Monona, Boyer Valley and Carroll Schools. I moved to Glidden and taught at Glidden-Ralston until I became principal in 2005.
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
This district is very important to me and I felt it was time for me to move into this type of a leadership role. My vision is to continue to provide multiple opportunities for our students and work to be an example of an exemplary small school.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
I continue to coach football and girls basketball as well as follow my sons and daughters many activities...there isn't time for much else!
John Steffes, Kuemper
EducationMaster of Science in Education, Buena Vista University, 2003
Bachelor of Arts, History Teaching, University of Northern Iowa, 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management, University of Northern Iowa, 1986
U.S. Peace Corps Training Program, 1986
Kuemper Catholic High School, 1982
Past work experience
Development Director, Kuemper Foundation
Social Studies Teacher, Kuemper
Driver Education Teacher, Carroll Community Schools
U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer, Botswana
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
I decided to pursue the president position at Kuemper mainly as a vocation in my career. Having served my entire educational career in Catholic education and being a Kuemper graduate, it was a natural step for me.
What is your vision for your district?
My vision for the Kuemper system is to advance the ministry of PreK-12 Catholic education for our parishes and for the Carroll area through its mission of a Christ-centered environment where students grow spiritually, academically and socially. Advancing a faith-based education where God is in the classroom becomes an effective synergy for quality academics and social experiences for students.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
My hobbies include family time with my wife of 25 years and three children, along with family reunions with my nine siblings. I also enjoy U.S. history and presidents' museums, cross-country skiing, tennis, basketball with the old guys and kite flying.
Randy Alger, Melcher-Dallas
Past work experience
Randy Alger, Melcher-Dallas Community School’s Superintendent/Jr.& Sr. High Principal, has been a veteran educator for the past thirty-three years. Twenty-two years as a classroom teacher and coach, and eleven years as an administrator.
Randy and his wife, Wendy, have been in education since graduating from Buena Vista College in 1982. Randy and Wendy started their careers at Moravia CSD and in 1993 their careers took them back to northwest Iowa, to Carroll CSD. After twelve years, in 2004, Randy was hired to be an administrator at Moulton-Udell CSD where he served as a Pk-12 principal the last five years.
What is your vision for your district?
Melcher-Dallas Community Schools will continue to focus on technology. I want our students to have every advantage needed to be a productive citizen when they walk out our doors and into the global market. My staff and I will be pushing the “Five R’s,” which include the usual reading, writing and arithmetic, but will also be adding Respect and Responsibility. When you put these expectations together, you will only ensure student success.
Further information
Randy and Wendy have three grown children, Gvonne, Gavin and Gravis.
Tim Hoffman, Ogden
Education
• PhD - Iowa State University
• MA - Secondary Administration, University of Northern Iowa
• BA - Mathematics, University of Northern Iowa
• BA - Physical Education/Health, University of Northern Iowa
Past work experience
• Superintendent, Adel DeSoto Minburn, 1983-2008
• Superintendent, Griswold
• Superintendent/Elementary Principal, North Kossuth
• High School Middle School Principal/ Athletic Director, Northeast Hamilton
• Teacher/coach, Laurens-Marathon
• Teacher/coach, Manning
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
After retiring at ADM, I kept my certification up in case a part-time or interim position should open. Ogden is a short drive from Adel, part-time interim position, enjoys a good reputation and has excellent people in key positions.
What is your vision for your district?
My vision is to help continue the positive learning environment and get the general fund balanced.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
While away from school, my wife and I like to travel when possible. I also enjoy golf, landscaping and watching old western movies.
Shawn Holloway, Panorama
EducationBS at Iowa State (elementary education), Masters at Drake (Educational Leadership), Specialist program from Wayne State
Past work experience
7-12 Principal at Manson Northwest Webster for six years, superintendent at Gladbrook Reinbeck for two years
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
Location, community, solid foundation of good teaching and learning, and opportunities for my children.
What is your vision for your district?
My vision for the Panorama school district is to work towards and continue to be a leader in all aspects of PreK-12 education.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
I'm an avid cyclist, love to be outdoors and supporting the Cyclones.
Dirk Halupnik, Southeast Polk
EducationEd.D. – Educational Leadership, University of Northern Iowa
M.A.E. – Educational Leadership, University of Northern Iowa
B.A. – Biology, University of Northern Iowa
Past work experience
Deputy Superintendent, Linn-Mar CSD
Executive Director of Instructional Services, Linn-Mar CSD
High School Associate Principal, Linn-Mar CSD
Secondary Science Teacher/Coach, Cedar Falls CSD
Secondary Science Teacher/Coach, Dike-New Hartford CSD
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
Southeast Polk is a progressive, growing district with a proud history of excellence in academics, athletics, fine arts, clubs and organizations, coupled with strong community support. look forward to continuing that great tradition and working closely with all stakeholders to achieve even greater success for the students of Southeast Polk. I believe that my strengths and skill set fit very nicely with the needs and expectations of the district. I am very excited about the opportunity to be able to serve the students, staff, parents and community in this new capacity.
What is your vision for your district?
Our mission is to engage all students in learning a challenging curriculum delivered through quality instruction. A great deal of quality work has been done to prepare students for success in college, career and civic life. It is my goal to continue to develop a learning community that is focused on promoting the success of all students, is open and conducive to meaningful change, and is constantly looking towards improvement and innovation.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy spending time with my wife and two sons. I am a sports fan. I also like to read, listen to music and watch movies.
Tim Salmon, United
Education• B.A. - Elementary Education, University of Northern Iowa, 1993
• M.A. - Educational Leadership, Stephen F. Austin State University, 1999
• Superintendent licensure, University of Northern Iowa, 2013
Past work experience
• Principal at Horizon Elementary, Johnston CSD, 2008-2015
• Teacher and Coach, Summit Middle School, Johnston CSD, 2005-2008
• Director of Federal and State Programs, Aldine ISD, Houston, TX, 2002-2003
• Assistant Director of Magnet Schools, Aldine ISD, 1998-2002
• Elementary, Middle School Teacher, Skills Specialist and Coach, Aldine ISD 1993-1998, 2003-2005
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
United CSD is a unique district with great traditions. Being a PK-6 school district, this was a great fit for me with my previous elementary experience. The school at United is the central meeting place for the district and the community provides tremendous support for the district. While many smaller districts are struggling with enrollment, United is showing growth, and I want to help continue that trend. United's location also played a role in my interest, being centrally located. I'm excited to bring my strengths to the district and continue to make United a great district.
What is your vision for your district?
I first want to see the district continue to grow and sustain financial solvency. Many of the pieces are already in place to make United a great district; we now just need to put all of them together. We are a very good district and need to be able to provide our students and staff the best learning opportunities that are available. The addition of the TLC grant will help build teacher leadership, and I will draw on my experiences of implementing this to help this transition.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy spending time with my family, including my wife and two daughters. In my spare time I am an avid sports fan, especially football (Iowa Hawkeyes and Dallas Cowboys fan). You will often find me working in my garage woodworking or working on our vehicles. Working with my hands helps keep me patient and balanced in life.
Steve Bass, Urbandale
Education- BA K-12 Phys. Educ/Health UNI 1986
- MA Educational Administration Drake University 1997
- Ed.S Educational Administration Drake University 2001
Past work experience
- Superintendent: Osage CSD 2009-2015
- Elementary School Principal: Southeast Polk CSD 1998-2009
- School Improvement Consultant: AEA 2 1997-1998
- Teacher/Coach: Mason City CSD 1991-1997
- Teacher/Coach: Pinellas Co. School District (Clearwater, FL) 1986-1991
Why did you decide to pursue the superintendent position at your district?
The Urbandale CSD is a very progressive, student-focused school district served by incredible staff members and a very supportive community base. The beliefs and commitment to continuous improvement in a systemic manner fit perfectly with my own personal beliefs. Having previously lived in the metro area, I was aware of the great things happening in the Urbandale schools and greater community. Great educational system. Incredible students. Supportive parents and community members. Strong leadership. All of these reasons make for a wonderful place to work, learn, and live.
What is your vision for your district?
My vision is to keep us moving forward with our work with David Langford, Jim Shipley & Associates, and the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program. Urbandale will be a school district that brings learning to life for everyone.
What are your hobbies or things you like to do in your free time?
In my free time I like to do things with my wife, Karla, play golf, weight train, read books, and take walks.
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