Barry Selects Tony Van Gytenbeek as Deputy Superintendent

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Barry Selects Tony Van Gytenbeek as Deputy Superintendent

Aurora Public Schools Superintendent John Barry announced last week that he has completed his process for the selection of the deputy superintendent. Mr. Barry has appointed Tony Van Gytenbeek as the APS Deputy Superintendent of Schools.


	“I feel strongly that Tony is the perfect choice. He is a respected leader and strong advocate for the Aurora Public Schools. The skills he brings to the job, his experience, and his knowledge of the community, the district, our priorities and traditions, will serve APS well.” - John L. Barry Superintendent

Van Gytenbeek’s work will focus on district operations and the coordination of cross-district efforts to increase student achievement. Under Barry’s direction, Van Gytenbeek will be responsible for overseeing and aligning critical district administrative functions, processes and special projects across divisions. Van Gytenbeek will assume his new duties on Oct. 16, 2006.

Input was gathered from various employee groups regarding the desired traits of the deputy superintendent. Representatives from the Aurora Education Association, the School Executives of Aurora, the Classified Employees Council and the Superintendent’s Leadership Team expressed their views. After reviewing all applications, Barry said, “It was clear Tony not only meets but also exceeds the employees’ and my expectations for this position.”

Tony Van Gytenbeek, left, chats with Justine Sawyer, Paris Elementary art teacher, and Brian Donovan, legal counsel for APS.


	“I am thrilled to serve the district in this new capacity and honored to be given such an opportunity. With the help of the incredible employees in APS, I have absolute confidence that we will be successful in our efforts to provide our children with the excellent education they deserve." - Tony Van Gytenbeek Current Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and new Deputy Superintendent

Barry said he made the decision to appoint Van Gytenbeek based on his indisputable strengths and experiences for the position and his intimate knowledge of APS.

Van Gytenbeek has been the assistant superintendent of Human Resources in APS since 2001. Prior to that, he served as principal at South Middle School, assistant principal at Rangeview High School, and teacher and coach at Aurora Central High School.