Casey L. Demmert
Sitka,AK
Summary
Educational leader with 18 years of school administration experience focused on equitable access, student success, and inclusive learning environments. Supervise and develop staff, manage budgets and operations, and implement student-support programs. Analyze achievement and behavior data and coordinate services with families and community agencies.
Overview
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1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School, Sitka School District
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Led implementation of the district strategic plan and established a school vision centered on student growth, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Provided executive leadership for school operations, instructional programs, student services, staffing, budgets, safety, and community engagement.
- Hired, supervised, mentored, and evaluated certified and classified employees while promoting collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
- Planned and facilitated professional development supporting instructional improvement, inclusive practices, student engagement, and staff effectiveness.
- Managed building operations and school activity budgets, aligning resource allocation with institutional priorities and enhancing student support.
- Implemented a school-wide Positive Behavior Support program to strengthen student access, engagement, safety, and success.
- Used student achievement and behavior data to identify needs, guide interventions, evaluate effectiveness, and support school-wide decision-making.
- Collaborated with students, families, staff, district leaders, and community partners to identify barriers and coordinate comprehensive student support services.
- Developed and maintained partnerships with community agencies to expand accessible, high-quality after-school programming.
- Ensured school facilities and grounds met established safety, accessibility, and maintenance expectations.
- Maintained consistent communication with students, employees, families, and community stakeholders regarding programs, expectations, and student needs.
- Mentored multiple district employees completing principal internship programs and preparing for educational leadership roles.
- Contributed to district committees focused on policy development, strategic planning, and addressing key issues such as emergency preparedness, wellness, and disproportionality.
Assistant Principal
Blatchley Middle School, Sitka School District
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Supervised, evaluated, mentored, and facilitated professional development for staff to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to address student engagement, discipline, safety, and individual support needs.
- Supported implementation of district strategic initiatives, school improvement priorities, and student success programs.
- Managed and monitored the school activity budget, ensuring responsible use of institutional resources.
- Developed and implemented diverse extracurricular programs that increased student access and engagement.
- Designed and implemented service-learning opportunities that connected students with community needs and resources.
- Applied district policies and procedures consistently while helping maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive educational environment.
- Oversaw state benchmark assessment administration, staff training, scheduling, and proctoring.
- Monitored facilities and grounds for compliance with safety requirements.
Physical Education Teacher
Blatchley Middle School, Sitka School District
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Designed and delivered a comprehensive physical education program aligned with district and Alaska curriculum standards.
- Fostered student wellness, confidence, teamwork, self-advocacy, and meaningful participation through targeted activities.
- Adapted instruction and activities to support varied student abilities, learning needs, participation levels, and developmental differences.
- Conducted basketball practices for middle school boys and freshman girls, emphasizing skill development and teamwork to improve overall team performance.
- Mentored new district employees and Master of Arts in Teaching student teachers, enhancing their instructional skills and integration.
- Maintained Water Safety Instructor certification.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK12-2002
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching
George Fox University
Newberg, OR12-1994
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Program development
- Budget management
- Policy implementation and regulatory compliance
- Staff management
- Assessment administration
- Data-driven decisions
- Behavior support
- Crisis management
- Organizational leadership
- Community collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Educational Administrator | Inclusive Student Support and Program Leadership
Certification
- Heavy Equipment Operator, West Coast Training - Woodland, WA
Institutional Recognition
Leadership contributed to school-wide recognition for inclusive practices, academic performance, and educational excellence:, Alaska State Inclusive Practices Award, National Distinguished School Award, National Blue Ribbon School Award
District and School Leadership
- Sitka School District Teacher Evaluation Committee
- Sitka School District Policy Committee
- Sitka School District Strategic Planning Committee
- Sitka School District Disproportionality Committee
- Sitka School District Multi-Tiered System of Supports Committee
- Sitka School District Emergency Planning Committee
- Sitka School District Wellness Committee
- Sitka School District Calendar Committee
- Sitka School District Science Curriculum Committee
- Keet Gooshi Heen TIPS Team
- Keet Gooshi Heen COVID Scheduling Committee
- Blatchley Middle School Leadership Committee
- Blatchley Middle School Scheduling Committee
Professional Development
- CPI De-escalation Training
- Life Space Management Training
Timeline
Principal
Keet Gooshi Heen Elementary School, Sitka School District
01.2010 - 01.2023
Assistant Principal
Blatchley Middle School, Sitka School District
01.2005 - 01.2010
Physical Education Teacher
Blatchley Middle School, Sitka School District
01.1998 - 01.2005
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of Alaska Anchorage
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching
George Fox University