We’ll post regular updates and provide opportunities for involvement throughout the process. Check back here for the latest news, surveys, event details, and more.
Questions about the search process? Contact covington@almaadvisorygroup.com.
Superintendent Search
Help Shape the Future of Covington Independent Public Schools
The Covington Board of Education has launched a national search for the next Superintendent of Covington Independent Public Schools. The board is united, focused, and committed to a strategic, rigorous, and transparent search process that will feature multiple opportunities for the public to get involved, beginning in October.
The board is committed to leading a superintendent search process guided by the following principles and values:
Openness and transparency: To the extent possible, we will keep you informed at every step, so you can feel confident in what we’re doing and how we’re doing it.
Community engagement: We will involve you. We plan a robust schedule of town hall forums, focus groups, and online surveys this fall to gather ideas and concerns from all stakeholders, including students, teachers, staff, parents, and neighborhood groups.
Student-centered: This process is about the future of our students, and their needs will remain at the center. The search will be designed to minimize disruption in classrooms while maximizing long-term opportunities for excellence.
Inclusive and responsive: Covington is the most diverse district in Northern Kentucky, and we view that as a strength. Our goal is to meet the unique needs of every student and family so all can thrive.
Alma Advisory Group
In August 2025, the board selected Alma Advisory Group to facilitate the national search for the next superintendent of Covington Independent Public Schools.
As the first step in the process, the board will work with Alma to engage students, families, staff, and the community in October and November 2025 to develop a candidate profile. This profile will identify the characteristics, skills, and experience needed by the next superintendent to address the district’s needs and priorities.
This page will be continuously updated with the latest search progress, events, and information.
Search Timeline and Engagement Opportunities
(Coming Soon)
Phase 1: Community Engagement
The Covington community will have multiple opportunities to help shape the profile of our next superintendent.
Survey
Available in multiple languages, we invite parents, students, staff, business leaders, residents, and other stakeholders to provide input on the skills and qualities most important in our next superintendent. The survey will close on Monday, November 3.
Community Gatherings
Alma Advisory Group will host in-person sessions on October 27 and 28. These sessions will provide a meaningful opportunity for community members to share their perspectives directly. Each session will include a brief overview of the search process, followed by a facilitated small-group discussion designed to ensure that all voices are heard. Light refreshments and childcare will be provided.
Monday, October 27, 6-8 p.m. at Latonia Elementary, 3901 Huntington Ave, Covington, KY 41015
Tuesday, October 28, 6-8 p.m. at Center for Great Neighborhoods/Hellman Creative Center, 321 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Covington, KY 41011
Please register in advance here (working on registration link)
Focus Groups and Interviews
Alma Advisory Group will conduct in-person and virtual focus groups with students, families, staff, district partners, business leaders, and community partners. Information and invitations will be shared via email.