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BACKGROUND
Rita M. Olson is the Superintendent for the School District of South Milwaukee. She began her career with the South Milwaukee School District in 1979. Over the years, she has served as a German and French teacher, Title 1 reading and interim kindergarten teacher, foreign language coordinator, District K-12 Curriculum Coordinator, Elementary Principal, and Director of Instruction. Dr. Olson received both a B.S. in German and French and an M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction/Reading from UW-Milwaukee. Additionally, she earned an M.A. in Educational Leadership from Marian University and a Ph.D. in Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service from Cardinal Stritch University.
MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
In the School District of South Milwaukee, "The success of one becomes the joy of all."
During the 2010-11 school year, the School District of South Milwaukee engaged staff, students, parents, and community members in a dialogue about how to create the best possible future for our students. Through this Visioning and Planning process, we revisited our mission, vision, and core beliefs, and we developed goals around four themes:
· Curriculum Expectations
· Character Education
· Community Engagement
· Cost Effectiveness
Throughout the 2011-12 school year, we will be planning and implementing activities that bring us closer to realizing these goals. As a partner in our school community, we invite you to participate in our success. Please check the district and school websites for current events and volunteer opportunities. You may also send comments, questions, and suggestions districtconnection@sdsm.k12.wi.us. I look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Dr. Rita M. Olson
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