 The Bemidji School District is moving forward in its search for a new superintendent. Yesterday, the firm hired to recruit candidates held a meeting to figure what qualities the community wants to see in the new leader. School Exec Connect says they spoke with about 100 people yesterday, including principals of Bemidji schools, the school board, students, parents, and teachers. They all gave feedback about the current state of the district and what they want to see in the future. The firm will use this feedback to help them pick candidates for the position. Clearly somebody who is very collaborative and someone who values relationship building and will be a leader, not only in the district but in the community, very visible and engaged and a great instructional leader and manager as well, strong financially, all the things you'd expect. Community members who would like to express their opinion about the next Bemidji School Superintendent can fill out the public survey on the school board's website. It will close next week. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.