Superintendent's Message Morrison Community Schools

Press Release:

At the Morrison School District #6 Board Meeting on April 8, the Board of Education voted to appoint Dr. Suellen Girard as Superintendent to succeed Dr. Jody Ware. Dr. Girard will begin her duties with the District on July 1, 2008.

Dr. Girard has extensive administrative experience at several school districts in Illinois. She has served as Superintendent of Golf School District #67 and Havana School District #126. Prior to that, she served as Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services for Jacksonville CUSD #117 and Curriculum Coordinator for the Alton CUSD #11. In addition, she has worked and taught at College, Jr. High, Elementary, and Pre-K levels. During her career, she has presented numerous workshops and published articles on Reading, Science, and Early Childhood Education.

She earned a Bachelors of Art (B.A.) in education and art from Principia College, a Master of Science (M.S.) in Early Childhood Education at Florida State University, an Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) in Educational Administration from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, and a Doctorate (Ed. D.) in Educational Leadership from Saint Louis University.

Dr. Suellen Girard is looking forward to moving to the Morrison community and working to continue the tradition of excellence in Morrison School District #6. “I am excited to be coming to a great community with outstanding schools and a strong focus on family and community involvement. I plan to spend time in Morrison this spring to facilitate a smooth transition by working with Dr. Ware and other members of the staff and community.“