The school board reversed their decision and Principal Schollmeier is returning to his position. My energy is completely drained but I am relieved that we finally reached this outcome. We must stay alert to ensure the school leadership remains stable moving forward.
December 9, 2021
Final supporters
October 2021
Dear President Smeaton and School Board Members,
On September 28, 2021, Nick Schollmeier was terminated without cause from his 8 year leadership position as Dillingham Elementary School (DES) Principal. The Dillingham City School District (DCSD) released a public statement citing it “determined it is in the best interests of the Dillingham Elementary School and Collective District to make a change in leadership.” Further comments from DCSD were declined.
This change in leadership was a shock to the community and teachers within DES for they had no role in DCSD’s collective decision making process. Principal Schollmeier’s career in DES over the last 8 years has been highlighted by a multitude of positive changes including:
Teacher Retention through Teacher Empowerment
● Staff Retention 86% in SY 20-21 and SY 19-20
● 8 years of sustained leadership staff with Mr. Schollmeier and Mr. Tweet
● Overwhelming Teacher Union support
● Teacher/Job satisfaction
Positive Culture & Climate at Dillingham Elementary School
● Beaver Tails
● Glasses Program
● Million Word Club
● Classy Lunch
● Continuation of the Mediator Program
● Students of the Week
● Weekly assemblies with positive student recognition
● Increased student participation in afterschool activities
● Increased parent involvement in school programs
● Increased school pride and ownership in students
Increased student performance at grade level for Math & Reading
● Increased MAP test scores consistently over the last 8 years (excluding COVID impacts)
● Positive behavior models resulting in decreased office referrals maximizing time in the classroom learning
● Reading specialist program improvement with structure and staff, data tracking, and parent involvement
● Academic Interventionists - Math & Reading specialist program for Migrant Students multi-district collaboration
The question remains who does this change in leadership serve? Our administration at the superintendent level does not have the same effective longevity within this district, he has applied for other superintendent positions in the state this past year, and it calls into question whether this action of termination was a necessity or if a remediation could have been enacted first? To lose our Principal at this stage during the school year, upending our teachers expectations and our student’s consistency seems premature and extreme. It brings one to question, if this action of termination was necessary and in the interest of our “Collective District,” as Superintendent Dr. Johnson has stated, or if a remediation could and should have been enacted first.
This action creates a toxic culture of uncertainty within the district and our students and school staff deserve better. I support further investigation and action to reinstate Principal Schollmeier as soon as possible.
Respectfully,
Updates
October 7, 2021
We just hit two hundred fifty signatures. The silence from the school board is heavy, but seeing this number tells me you are still paying attention.
Reached 250 supporters
October 6, 2021
Reached 100 supporters
October 6, 2021
73 Comments
When my daughter attended DES I felt that principal Schollmeier was a wonderful person. It was evident that he genuinely cares for his students and staff. I'm shocked that without explanation he was fired.
As a colleague Mr Schollmeier has always conducted himself in the best way possible. His attention to student needs and staff success is unparalleled. He has been an irreplaceable asset to every community he has been a part of.
I've worked with Nick as an aide when he was a 4th grade teacher. Nick really cares about the students he taught. Not only was he a great teacher, but he created a climate for success with out extracurricular basketball little dribblers program and our Cross Country Running program.
Mr. Schollmier is a valuable asset to this community. I have never heard of a single bad comment about him. Only good. He is my neighbor and strongly feel there should be clear reason for firing him. I question the motives and the longevity of those persons that wanted him fired with out giving a good reason. It would be a real shame to loose him.
I know Nick cares about his teachers. He came and made sure an apartment one of his teachers was ready for when she arrived. He was making great strides in the education of the elementary students amongst the pandemic. I hope that you would reconsider and rehire him as the principal of Dillingham Elementary.
I dont think that Any teacher or principal whose only doing the best job that they've bn assigned. Who gets terminated without a probable cause is unfair
Have known and worked with Nick for many years and have only seen positive results.
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The school board reversed their decision and Principal Schollmeier is returning to his position. My energy is completely drained but I am relieved that we finally reached this outcome. We must stay alert to ensure the school leadership remains stable moving forward.
December 9, 2021
Final supporters
October 2021
Dear President Smeaton and School Board Members,
On September 28, 2021, Nick Schollmeier was terminated without cause from his 8 year leadership position as Dillingham Elementary School (DES) Principal. The Dillingham City School District (DCSD) released a public statement citing it “determined it is in the best interests of the Dillingham Elementary School and Collective District to make a change in leadership.” Further comments from DCSD were declined.
This change in leadership was a shock to the community and teachers within DES for they had no role in DCSD’s collective decision making process. Principal Schollmeier’s career in DES over the last 8 years has been highlighted by a multitude of positive changes including:
Teacher Retention through Teacher Empowerment
● Staff Retention 86% in SY 20-21 and SY 19-20
● 8 years of sustained leadership staff with Mr. Schollmeier and Mr. Tweet
● Overwhelming Teacher Union support
● Teacher/Job satisfaction
Positive Culture & Climate at Dillingham Elementary School
● Beaver Tails
● Glasses Program
● Million Word Club
● Classy Lunch
● Continuation of the Mediator Program
● Students of the Week
● Weekly assemblies with positive student recognition
● Increased student participation in afterschool activities
● Increased parent involvement in school programs
● Increased school pride and ownership in students
Increased student performance at grade level for Math & Reading
● Increased MAP test scores consistently over the last 8 years (excluding COVID impacts)
● Positive behavior models resulting in decreased office referrals maximizing time in the classroom learning
● Reading specialist program improvement with structure and staff, data tracking, and parent involvement
● Academic Interventionists - Math & Reading specialist program for Migrant Students multi-district collaboration
The question remains who does this change in leadership serve? Our administration at the superintendent level does not have the same effective longevity within this district, he has applied for other superintendent positions in the state this past year, and it calls into question whether this action of termination was a necessity or if a remediation could have been enacted first? To lose our Principal at this stage during the school year, upending our teachers expectations and our student’s consistency seems premature and extreme. It brings one to question, if this action of termination was necessary and in the interest of our “Collective District,” as Superintendent Dr. Johnson has stated, or if a remediation could and should have been enacted first.
This action creates a toxic culture of uncertainty within the district and our students and school staff deserve better. I support further investigation and action to reinstate Principal Schollmeier as soon as possible.
Respectfully,
Updates
October 7, 2021
We just hit two hundred fifty signatures. The silence from the school board is heavy, but seeing this number tells me you are still paying attention.
Reached 250 supporters
October 6, 2021
Reached 100 supporters
October 6, 2021
73 Comments
Nick Schollmeier was an awesome 4th & 5th grade teacher at the BSSD! He made it so far from being the greatest Teacher to a Principal! Nick also encouraged his students here at the BSSD to become Independent and Capable in their selves. He made school activities enjoyable and fun! Nick Schollmeier is an awesome Teacher, Tutor, Coach and Principal!
When my daughter attended DES I felt that principal Schollmeier was a wonderful person. It was evident that he genuinely cares for his students and staff. I'm shocked that without explanation he was fired.
As a colleague Mr Schollmeier has always conducted himself in the best way possible. His attention to student needs and staff success is unparalleled. He has been an irreplaceable asset to every community he has been a part of.
I've worked with Nick as an aide when he was a 4th grade teacher. Nick really cares about the students he taught. Not only was he a great teacher, but he created a climate for success with out extracurricular basketball little dribblers program and our Cross Country Running program.
Mr. Schollmier is a valuable asset to this community. I have never heard of a single bad comment about him. Only good. He is my neighbor and strongly feel there should be clear reason for firing him. I question the motives and the longevity of those persons that wanted him fired with out giving a good reason. It would be a real shame to loose him.
I know Nick cares about his teachers. He came and made sure an apartment one of his teachers was ready for when she arrived. He was making great strides in the education of the elementary students amongst the pandemic. I hope that you would reconsider and rehire him as the principal of Dillingham Elementary.
I dont think that Any teacher or principal whose only doing the best job that they've bn assigned. Who gets terminated without a probable cause is unfair
Have known and worked with Nick for many years and have only seen positive results.
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Nick Schollmeier was an awesome 4th & 5th grade teacher at the BSSD! He made it so far from being the greatest Teacher to a Principal! Nick also encouraged his students here at the BSSD to become Independent and Capable in their selves. He made school activities enjoyable and fun! Nick Schollmeier is an awesome Teacher, Tutor, Coach and Principal!