Sigourney School District Names New Superintendent

Current superintendent Kevin Hatfield discusses the selection of Nathan Wood as the district's next leader.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

In a two-part interview, current Sigourney School District Superintendent Kevin Hatfield discusses the selection of Nathan Wood as the district's next superintendent, who will begin his role in July.

Why it matters

The transition of school district leadership is an important event for the local community, as the superintendent plays a key role in shaping the vision, policies, and priorities of the school system.

The details

Hatfield, who has served as the Sigourney School District superintendent for several years, spoke about the process of selecting Wood as the next leader. Wood will take over the role in July, bringing new perspectives and initiatives to the district.

  • The interview with Hatfield took place on March 2, 2026.
  • Nathan Wood will begin his role as the new Sigourney School District superintendent in July 2026.

The players

Kevin Hatfield

The current superintendent of the Sigourney School District, who has held the position for several years.

Nathan Wood

The individual selected to be the next superintendent of the Sigourney School District, set to begin the role in July 2026.

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What’s next

The second part of the interview with Hatfield will be released in the coming days, providing further details on the transition and Wood's plans for the district.

The takeaway

The selection of a new school district superintendent is an important event for the local community, as it sets the direction for the education system and impacts students, families, and the broader region.