Southern School District is pleased to announce the three finalists for the superintendent position. Following a thorough application and screening process facilitated by McPherson & Jacobson, LLC, the Board of Education has selected the following candidates to move forward in the interview process:
Mr. Mark Joliffe – Perkins County Superintendent (Grant, NE)
Mr. Jeffrey Murphy – 7–12 Principal & Activities Director, Southern Public Schools (Wymore, NE)
Mr. Mikal Shalikow – Business Manager, Waverly Public Schools (Waverly, NE)
Interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday, January 5, and will include opportunities for each finalist to spend time with students, certified staff, support staff, administration, community members, and the Board of Education.
The Southern Board of Education anticipates making a final decision and approving a new superintendent on the evening of Monday, January 12, 2026, with the selected candidate expected to begin work on or near July 1, 2026.
Southern School District appreciates the continued support and engagement of our school community throughout this important process. We remain committed to selecting a leader who will uphold our mission as a small-school community with big opportunities and continue moving Raider Nation forward.