Kevin Carl Bids Farewell to Northwest Schools

The Northwest School District Board of Education said its goodbyes to Assistant Superintendent Kevin Carl Thursday as he attended his last board meeting.

"This has been a terrific nine years, probably the best nine years of my careeer," said Carl, who was known as an administrator who squeezed every penny from the district's budget and kept a watchful eye on all contracts for services to the district.

Carl's easy demeanor and business-like approach to issues in the district were lauded by the board.

"He's just brought a world of professionalism to the district," said Superintendent Paul Ziegler. "I know I'll miss you."

Carl will take the reins as a superintendent himself on July 1 when he will take over the top spot at Hancock Place School District, in Lemay. Hancock is home to approximately 1,550 students.

For the past nine years, Carl has served the 6,600 students in the Northwest district as the assistant superintendent for funds and facilities and as a middle school principal. Carl holds a doctorate in education from Saint Louis University, a Master's degree in education in educational administration from the University of Missouri—St. Louis and a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics education from Maryville University—St. Louis.

Carl began his career as a math and reading teacher in the Pattonville School District and later was an assistant principal and principal in the St. Charles School District. He and his wife, Angie, have two children.

“Dr. Carl has left his mark on the Northwest District; he will be missed by the faculty and staff," Ziegler said. "The Hancock Place School District will be fortunate to have Kevin as a leader, they made a fantastic choice."

Northwest has yet to announce a replacement.