Hi, I’m
J.D. Furrow
School Superintendent
Merna,NE
Summary
I have had the great opportunity to work along side many of the great educators in our state and I have developed my unique style on many of their characteristics. I am always excited to face new challenges and find new opportunities. I bring a unique combination of kindness and strength that I believe makes me a great educational leader.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sandhills Public Schools
Superintendent / K-12 Principal
07.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Managed day to day operations of both the elementary school in Halsey and the high school in Dunning.
- Developed district budget and strategic plans to carry out board vision
- Oversaw new building project
- Led School Improvement Process
- Worked with State Department of Education on accreditation and certification issues.
- Evaluated both classified and certified staff members
- Coordinated school wide transportation plan
- Led activities cooperative
- Supported developing educators
Anselmo-Merna Public Schools
Math Teacher / Athletic Director / Head Teacher
08.2013 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Taught all high school math courses
- Led very successful athletic programs
- Scheduled activities and hosted events
- Pseudo-administrator when administrator was out of the school building
- Coached multiple sports, both as head and assistant
- Helped start the A-M Community School Foundation
Broken Bow Public Schools
Math Teacher
08.2012 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Taught Geometry, Calculus, Statistics, and Business Math
- When I took this job I had decided to start law school and Broken Bow's math teacher was killed in a van accident. Because of the late need I chose to put law school on the back burner and my year in Broken Bow reinvigorated my educational career.
Mullen Public Schools
Math Teacher / Guidance Counselor
08.2000 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Taught jr. high and high school math classes
- Coached multiple sports, both head and assistant
- Led guidance program
- Hosted graduation
- Coordinated student scholarship program
Education
University of Nebraska At KearneyKearney, NE
Master of Arts from 7-12 Principalship & Ed. Specialist Superintendent
12.2020
University of Nebraska - KearneyKearney, NE
Bachelor of Science from Math Education Field Endorsement And Coaching Cert
05.1997
Mullen High SchoolMullen, NE
High School Diploma
05.1992
Skills
- Lead People
- Build Culture
- Hard Working
- Intelligent
- Data Analysis
- Staff Management
Personal Background
The accomplishment I am most proud of is my family. Christi and I have five young men, one daughter-in-law, and the most amazing grandson. It has truly been a great pleasure to teach and coach my children as they have grown into upstanding young men.
I enjoy sports and community activities. I believe the school is an integral part in the fabric of our small towns. As a school we must work to serve our community in any and every way possible.
Timeline
Superintendent / K-12 Principal
Sandhills Public Schools
07.2019 - Current
Math Teacher / Athletic Director / Head Teacher
Anselmo-Merna Public Schools
08.2013 - 05.2019
Math Teacher
Broken Bow Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2013
Math Teacher / Guidance Counselor
Mullen Public Schools
08.2000 - 05.2012
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Master of Arts from 7-12 Principalship & Ed. Specialist Superintendent
University of Nebraska - Kearney
Bachelor of Science from Math Education Field Endorsement And Coaching Cert
Mullen High School
High School Diploma
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