Grandville Board Meeting - Superintendent Search - 3.24.2026

The Grandville Public Schools Board of Education held a meeting on March 24, 2026, focused primarily on the superintendent search process. The meeting included a detailed interview with candidate John Filo, who discussed his background, leadership experience, and plans for addressing district challenges such as budget constraints, curriculum gaps, diversity, and special education. Board members provided feedback highlighting Filo's strengths, particularly his familiarity with the district and leadership during crisis situations, while also noting areas for growth, especially in early childhood education and curriculum development. The board discussed the decision to promote from within rather than conduct an external search, citing community survey results favoring continuity. Ultimately, the board voted unanimously to recommend John Filo as the next superintendent. The meeting also included public comments supporting the candidate and concluded with acknowledgments of the board's efforts throughout the search process.