Salem Superintendent Finalist Community Forum - June 16th, 2026

This meeting was a community forum held by Salem Public Schools on June 16, 2026, to introduce and evaluate Andrew Bott, a finalist for the superintendent position. The forum focused on Bott's vision for the district, including strategic planning, academic excellence, equity and inclusion, STEM education, and the use of digital tools like AI in classrooms. Bott discussed his experience leading capital and operational funding initiatives, school construction projects, and long-range planning in previous roles. He emphasized transparency, data-driven decision-making, and community engagement as key to building trust and addressing challenges. While the forum did not include direct procurement decisions, Bott highlighted his background in securing substantial investments and managing capital projects, which could impact future procurement activities in Salem Public Schools. Community members were encouraged to provide feedback on the candidates to inform the school committee's upcoming deliberations and vote.