Participants outline qualities sought in next schools leader and address Dr. Peppai

Participants in a meeting described the qualities they want in a schools leader and ended by naming Dr. Peppai as the person they had in mind.

A facilitator said the group was seeking "a transparent consensus builder," someone who would "communicate effectively and honestly" and "be visible and active in our schools." Committee members responded aloud with brief affirmations to each quality.

The facilitator added that the candidate should be "an experienced instructional leader" who is "knowledgeable of current educational issues," and who is "a positive and collaborative leader." Equity was singled out as a priority: "And promotes equity," the facilitator said, a point that drew agreement from those present.

Speakers emphasized local context, saying the candidate should "understand and value the challenges and opportunities of a small rural school district," and be able to "articulate our needs to the public and funding officials," indicating a need for external advocacy as part of the role.

The session concluded with a direct address: "We were looking for you, Dr. Peppai," the facilitator said, explicitly naming Dr. Peppai as the person the group had been describing. The transcript records no formal motion or vote on the matter and does not identify the governing body by name or record next procedural steps.