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(MSC News)--A new superintendent of schools has been hired for the St. Joseph School District.
The Board of Education announced in a press release Thursday the hiring of Dr. Doug Van Zyl.
Van Zyl, who was among three candidates interviewed, was offered a three-year contract with an annual salary of $210,000 the first two years.
He is currently is in his 8th year as superintendent in Fort Dodge, Iowa, a school district of about 4,000 students. During his tenure, the release says he increased student achievement, stabilized the budget and developed many partnerships between the school district and local business and civic organizations.
Prior to serving in Fort Dodge, Van Zyl was superintendent of Harrisonville, Missouri for three years.
Van Zyl will begin his new role with the St. Joseph School District on July 1st.
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