Unified School District 431 has started the search for a new superintendent, following the resignation of Superintendent Patrick Crowdis, effective June 30, 2025. As part of the selection process, the USD 431 Board of Education invites community members to submit their input on desired characteristics of a new district leader.
Crowdis has served the district for five years, starting in July 2020. He resigned to pursue an opportunity to return to Dodge City Public Schools, where he served as an assistant principal at Dodge City High School before joining USD 431.
“The Board of Education extends its sincere gratitude for Patrick’s dedicated service and contributions to the students and the Hoisington community,” said Becky Mooney, USD 431 School Board president. “We wish him the best in the next steps in his career.”
The Board of Education immediately began the process of searching for a new superintendent. The board has engaged the Kansas Association of School Boards to assist with the superintendent search, which will focus on identifying a highly qualified and experienced leader who will build upon the district’s strengths and address challenges.
"Our priority is to ensure a smooth transition and to find a superintendent who will continue to advance our district's mission of providing a high-quality education for all students," Mooney said. "We are committed to a transparent search process that involves the entire community."
As part of the search, the Board of Education and KASB is conducting an online survey to seek input on desired characteristics of the new superintendent. The survey will take approximately five minutes to complete and can be accessed at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/usd431ss .
“We encourage all parents, students, staff and community members to participate in the online survey, available above” Mooney said. “Your feedback is crucial in helping us identify the qualities and characteristics most important in our next superintendent.”
In addition to survey completion, KASB staff will conduct characteristic focus-group sessions with district teachers, staff, administrators, students and others. Dates and times of these focus groups will follow in days to come. The search process will continue through the month of April with the goal of selecting a new superintendent to assume leadership of the district ahead of the 2025-2026 school year.
Those with interest in the position can find out more about the superintendent search at https://kasb.myrevelus.com/.