finalists selected

Three finalists selected for Crosby-Ironton superintendent position

Crosby, MN— The Crosby-Ironton School Board selected three finalists to interview for the school district’s superintendent position. The finalists are:

· Rick Aulie, PreK-Grade 6 Principal, Pine River-Backus Schools, MN

· Thomas Cooper, Principal, Holdingford School District, MN

· Curtis Watson, Charter Administrator, Elevate Academy, ID

The finalists were selected from a pool of 6 semi-finalists based on criteria established by the school board, as well as survey input provided by Crosby-Ironton staff and members of the public.

The school board has scheduled interviews for the finalists beginning at 4:00 pm on Thursday, February 20th, 2025.

All interviews will be held at the Forum Room at Crosby-Ironton High School and are open to the public. To ensure a level playing field for all candidates the interviews will not be livestreamed or recorded.

Contact Laura Lee, School Board Chair, with any questions at lalee@ci.k12.mn.us.