Superintendent of Pewamo-Westphalia Community Schools

The Board of Education for Pewamo-Westphalia Community Schools is in search of a new superintendent.  This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a first-class, rural school system with a long history of meaningful relationships in service to the community.

The district is located in Clinton and Ionia Counties, approximately 15 minutes east of Ionia and 30 minutes northwest of Lansing. From the district it is a short drive to the I-96 corridor and the Portland exit. The district includes the communities of Pewamo, Matherton, and Westphalia.  These small, close-knit communities support the school system and provide a value-based environment which is embedded in the district.

Pewamo-Westphalia is renowned for its success in academics, athletics, and fine arts for all students. The community embraces a high quality of life and is very supportive of its schools.  In 2023-2024, U.S. News and World Reports named the high school on its list of BEST HIGH SCHOOLS, while the elementary received BEST ELEMENTARY PUBLIC SCHOOLS designation in 2024.

Board of Education

Jason Hafner, President      13 yrs Jim Pohl, Treasurer              11 yrs

Preston Weber, Secretary     5 yrs Julie Farmer, Trustee             1 yr 

Lori Pung, Trustee                   3 yrs

Jared Smith, Trustee              1 yr

Brad Weber, Trustee               3 yrs

Salary & Contract Information

The Board will offer a comprehensive, multi-year contract. Compensation will be commensurate with experience of the successful candidate and requirements of the position. A preliminary salary range of $120,000-$150,000has been established.

Application Process: Interested candidates should complete and submit an online application at www.masb.myrevelus.com/client/search/162

Completed online applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 pm on March 24, 2026. No “hard copy,” fax or emailed copies accepted. IF requested by the candida the, materials will be treated confidentially through the screening process. Candidate names will become public at the time an interview is scheduled.

All questions regarding the search should be directed to Mark Dobias, Consultant, Michigan Association of School Boards, at (269) 532-0543 or mrdobias@gmail.com.