Susie Hedalen Announces Campaign for Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction
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Susie Hedalen
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Susie Hedalen Announces Campaign for Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction
Susie Hedalen
Susie Hedalen Endorsed by Governor Greg Gianforte and Attorney General Austin Knudsen
(Helena, Montana) - (July 17) - Susie Hedalen, a passionate advocate for public education and a dedicated leader, has announced her candidacy for Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction. Susie is the current district superintendent for Townsend schools, Vice-Chair of the Montana Board of Public Education, and previously served as the Deputy Superintendent for the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Susie is running on a commitment to bringing education back to basics. By honoring families and teachers, and ensuring school safety, Hedalen aims to create new opportunities and experiences for Montana students.
“I’m running for Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction to bring education back to basics,” said Hedalen. “I will honor families, teachers and ensure that Montana students are safe in their schools. Parents have a right to know what their kids are learning in school, and that they are safe.”
Susie is honored to be endorsed by Governor Greg Gianforte and Attorney General Austin Knudsen. Gianforte stated, “Susie Hedalen has dedicated her career to teaching students. She's taught in the classroom and understands that parents' number one priority is their kids' education. I wholeheartedly endorse her to be our next Superintendent of Public Instruction.”
On his support for Susie, Knudsen said, “I endorse Susie Hedalen to be Montana’s next Superintendent of Public Instruction. Susie is a teacher and will bring a back-to-basics approach to Montana’s educational system. She will work with parents and students to ensure the highest standards. I’m proud to support her.”
About Susie Hedalen:
Susie Hedalen is the Superintendent for Townsend School District and the Vice-Chair of the Montana Board of Public Education, having been appointed to the Board two years ago by Governor Gianforte. She previously served as the Deputy Superintendent for the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Susie has worked as an educator and administrator in schools ranging from class C to AA across the state, including collaboration with various Tribal Nations.
Experienced in managing federal programs at the local and state level, she understands school funding and the big picture of K-20 school systems in the state, allowing her to build on their success and identify areas of improvement. Susie was also able to work in schools across Montana and understand the various needs and strengths of the Montana education system. Returning to working as a superintendent in rural Montana has allowed her to bring her knowledge and passion for working with school administrators, educators, and students back to the field in Montana. She has successfully written many competitive grant applications including the Montana Comprehensive Literacy Grant, awarding the school over a million dollars.
She has a strong understanding of the Montana accreditation system and licensure system, and other models used in the nation. She is passionate about supporting children and understands the urgency for mental health awareness, career & technical education, and family engagement. In her free time, she attends and supports student after-school, summer, and extracurricular programs. Susie also enjoys hunting and fishing with her husband Derrick and helping him run his electrical business. Susie graduated from Montana State University, Bozeman with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, a Master’s in Educational Leadership, and a Certificate in Native American Studies.
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