In November 2024, Dr. Kim Wilbanks announced her retirement after serving 19 years as superintendent of Jonesboro Public Schools (JPS). Her dedicated leadership will conclude at the end of the 2024-25 school year, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the district. For the first time in nearly two decades, the JPS Board of Education is embarking on a search for a new superintendent to guide the district into the future.

This fall, under the Board’s direction, JPS launched a comprehensive engagement process to update the district’s strategic plan, core values, and strategic priorities. This initiative brought together input from staff, students, families, and community members, ensuring that diverse voices shaped the district's vision. The insights gathered from this process helped define not only the superintendent profile but also the priorities and values that will guide JPS in its next phase of growth and success.

The JPS Board is dedicated to maintaining transparent communication and fostering community involvement throughout this important transition. To ensure a comprehensive and transparent process, the Board has engaged Education Partners to lead the superintendent search.

Education Partners will work on behalf of Jonesboro Public Schools to identify and recruit a highly qualified leader who can guide the district toward continued success and growth. As a trusted partner, Education Partners is committed to engaging key stakeholders, conducting a thorough search, and identifying candidates who are well-equipped to address the unique needs of the Jonesboro community.

Stay informed by visiting this page for updates on the superintendent search, strategic plan development, and opportunities to shape the district’s future.

About the Search Firm

Education Partners is a trusted firm that brings together experts in education to support schools and systems in achieving their goals. The organization partners with school boards, superintendents, school districts, and LEAs to navigate modern challenges—whether strategic, operational, or instructional. With extensive experience engaging with superintendents, Education Partners helps districts identify visionary leaders who align with their unique mission, values, and priorities, while also supporting new superintendents in successfully transitioning into their roles.

Committed to providing customized strategies, Education Partners fosters partnerships with organizations that prioritize student success. Recognizing that every district and client is unique, the firm tailors its services to align with each partner’s size, resources, and objectives. Through an expansive network of content experts and a rigorous search process, Education Partners delivers highly qualified candidates who are well-equipped to lead districts toward meaningful and lasting impact in education.