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Dr. Rachel Savage, Superintendent of Moline-Coal Valley School District, was our guest speaker last week. She very skillfully spelled out the state of the District, both its successes and the challenges ahead! Dr. Savage joined Moline-Coal Valley as Superintendent of Schools in July of 2019. She has 27 years of experience in the field of education. She has served as Superintendent, High School Administrator, Elementary and Middle School Principal, and High School teacher. She has also served as an Adjunct Professor for the University of Dubuque and Northeast Iowa Community College. Prior to joining Moline-Coal Valley, she served as Head Principal for the Waterloo Community Schools in Waterloo, Iowa. She holds a Doctoral degree in K-12 Organizational Leadership, a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and another in Educational Administration. Dr. Savage is married to Dr. Eric Savage, a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Aviation and Flight for Southern Illinois University Carbondale. She has a daughter, Gabriella, and a son, Roger. Education: ~ Doctor of Education degree in K-12 Organizational Leadership from Grand Canyon University, 2018 ~ Master's degree in Educational Administration in 2008; Master's degree in Education in 2000, both from Loras College ~ Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spanish from Loras College in 1995  
Here are some highlights:
The State of Our District is Positive - All classrooms staffed, insulated from shortages, we remain a desirable district
We are financially strong Enrollment over 7300, increasingly more diverse One of highest grad rates in the area, producing full option graduates LEAD Moline 1-1 tech K-12, connectivity for all, before the pandemic Rigorous academic programs and exceptional extracurriculars Only Dual-Language program in the area Aggressive facilities goals, equitable learning environments for all
So Many Points of Pride ★ Overall District Positive Trajectory ★ Academic achievement improving, especially in math ★ Longevity of our teachers, staff, and administrators ★ Student Board of Education Members ★ Powerful community partnerships ★ Active focus on work-based learning
Challenges We Face Challenge #1 Chronic Absenteeism Challenge #2 Mental Health Challenge #3 School Safety, social media, online threats
But…… our biggest gift, Rotarians like you! Blessed to have such an engaged community From volunteering, to to scholarships, to simply showing up Our community partners are one of our most treasured resources
To learn more about the amazing job our school district is doing in our community, go to: https://www.molineschools.org/ 
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