I am honored and excited to introduce myself as your new Superintendent and Secondary Principal. Joining the Whitepine Joint School District feels like coming home to a community that truly values every student's growth and potential.
My journey in education has been driven by a simple belief: that every student deserves a clear path to success. Over the past 25 years, I have been privileged to serve rural students in nearly every capacity imaginable–from the classroom to the sidelines to the front office. Whether teaching K-12 physical education or social studies, managing the school yearbook, or conducting SAT preparation courses, I have worn many hats in the classroom. But through it all, including my work with Smarter Balanced or my time as a National Board Certified Teacher, my focus has remained the same: providing a top-tier education that prepares students for whatever comes next–be it trades, a career, or college.
A little about what I bring to our district:
A Commitment to Learning: I am currently studying Applied Learning Science at the University of Miami. I love finding innovative ways to make learning engaging and effective.
A Focus on the Whole Student: From my experiences in high school/middle school athletics to my background as a CrossFit coach, I believe that wellness, engaging activities, and physical movement are vital to a student’s development.
A Collaborative Spirit: I am here to listen and learn alongside community members. I look forward to working closely with our families, staff, and community to keep our school district moving forward.
I am eager to meet you all at our upcoming school events. Let’s make this upcoming school year a great one for our students!
With gratitude, Amy Caessens Superintendent & Secondary Principal Whitepine Joint School District
