There is something special about Sevastopol School District, and it is part of the reason why you see Randi Anderson in the superintendent’s office. Anderson was hired earlier this year to replace Kyle Luedtke, who left his role to take the same position at Frederic School District. Her wide-ranging career in education also included stints as the superintendent in Shawano, Wis. and Pelican Rapids, Minn. She became intrigued by the position not just because of the district’s high academic standing in the state but also by watching videos that showcased the community’s support. When she welcomed staff back to the district a few weeks ago, she said she focused on the word “relationships” and how that would help guide the community through the upcoming school year.

Anderson adds that her immediate focus will be the upcoming non-recurring operational referendum on ballots this November. The referendum was initially supported in 2008 and has been renewed five times since then. The district will hold listening sessions five times leading up to the November election, including September 12th, 24th, and 30th. You can listen to our full interview by clicking on this link.