District 37 Launches Search for Its Next Superintendent

East Moline, IL · September 16, 2026

Rain is tapping against the glass this morning, making it a good day to keep an umbrella handy and settle in with a second cup of coffee. Damp streets aside, there is plenty stirring across the neighborhood before the workweek wraps up.

The Lead

East Moline School District 37 has officially launched the search for its next superintendent, setting into motion an extensive leadership transition across its six campuses. Working alongside the Illinois Association of School Boards, the district opened the candidate application window this week ahead of an October 2 deadline.

The incoming leader will oversee more than 500 educators and staff while guiding roughly 2,700 students through expanded dual-language programming and ongoing facility upgrades. District officials plan to screen applicants throughout October before the school board conducts formal stakeholder interviews in November. The board aims to finalize the appointment in December, giving the selected administrator seven months of planning alongside current leadership before officially taking office on July 1, 2027.

Local Pulse

Park Board Launches Public Logo Contest Parks Local artists and students can submit original emblem designs through month’s end to reshape the city park identity.
Junior Achievement Recruits Local Classroom Volunteers Schools Area professionals can register this week to teach hands-on financial literacy and career workshops across five neighborhood schools.

Today's Outlook

High 70°F · Low 63°F — Rain (65% chance of precipitation)
- Grab a sturdy umbrella and light rain jacket before heading out on your morning commute.

What's On Around Town

Today

Food Rescue Workshop YWCA Quad Cities (513 17th St), Rock Island, 9:00 AM · Free Learn sustainable grocery redistribution strategies and honor local anti-hunger leaders.
A Matter of Balance East Moline Public Library (745 16th Ave), 11:00 AM · Free Build strength and fall-prevention skills in this welcoming group wellness class.
Lissie Raccoon Motel (212 E 2nd St), Davenport, 6:00 PM · Paid Catch an intimate live performance by the acclaimed Midwestern folk-rock artist.

Tomorrow

Safely Home Alone Class Bettendorf Community Center (2204 Grant St), Bettendorf, 4:00 PM
Night Ranger Capitol Theatre (330 W 3rd St), Davenport, 7:00 PM · Paid

Friday

Mississippi Valley Blues Festival LeClaire Park, Davenport, Noon · Free
Line Dance Fridays Historic Block Courtyard, Moline, 6:00 PM · Free
Ted Nugent The Rust Belt (533 12th Ave), 7:30 PM · Paid

Spotlight & Story

Dawn Imel As president of East Moline Main Street and owner of Dona Vitae on 15th Avenue, Imel keeps holiday spirit alive all year. Her boutique draws regional collectors for handcrafted ornaments, while her volunteer work anchors seasonal festivals along the revitalized business strip.

East Moline Daily Digest — compiled from local sources as of 6 AM. For breaking updates, follow your local newsrooms.

Sent with care by MailerDot — your city, every morning.