Welcome to the Decorah Community School District. I’m Tim Cronin, and I’m honored to serve as your Superintendent. I joined the district in 2022, bringing with me a diverse background in education, including roles as an elementary teacher, principal, and superintendent. Prior to Decorah, I served as a shared superintendent for the Central City and Dunkerton Community School Districts.
Education is deeply rooted in my family’s history here in Winneshiek County. I’m proud to follow in the footsteps of my Great Grandma Mae (Carolan) Cronin, who taught in Bluffton, and my Grandmother Muriel (Headington) Cronin, who taught at Canoe #5 and Hesper schools before joining the Decorah School System in 1963.
The Decorah Community School District is renowned for its academic and extracurricular achievements. For the past four years, Decorah High School has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top high schools in Iowa, a testament to the exceptional work of our high school staff and the dedication of our entire PreK-12 team.
During my tenure, the School Board has made significant strides in enhancing our facilities. In the summer of 2024, we undertook important projects, including replacing the Middle School Roof and part of the Carrie Lee Roof, and assessing the condition of all district roofs.
There has also been notable progress toward a new elementary school, a project under discussion for the past 16 years. In October 2023, the Board acquired land east of the current John Cline Elementary for this purpose. In September 2024, voters approved two crucial measures: extending the revenue purpose statement for the SAVE fund and authorizing an increase in the debt service levy to support the new elementary school. The final step will be a vote in November 2024, where the Board will seek approval to sell $38 million in bonds for construction.
I am excited to collaborate with our students, staff, families, and community members to continue strengthening our school system. Your feedback is invaluable in helping our district thrive.
Go Vikings!
Tim Cronin
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Office: (563) 382-4208
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Cell: (563) 380-4821
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Twitter: @DrTCronin