New Concordia Superintendent Sets Goals for Coming Year

Jeremy Covey aims to focus on teacher retention and providing the best educational experience for students.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:02am

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a repeated icon of a school bell or apple in a grid pattern, using vibrant neon hues and heavy black outlines to create a modern pop art effect.The incoming Concordia superintendent's focus on teacher retention and student success aims to build on the district's recent progress.Kansas City Today

Newly hired Concordia R-2 Schools Superintendent Jeremy Covey has outlined some of his key goals for when he officially assumes his new role this summer. Covey, who currently serves as the Director of Real World Learning & College and Career Readiness at the Center School District in Kansas City, will succeed Dr. Theresa Christian, who is moving on to become the next Superintendent for the Lafayette County C-1 School District.

Why it matters

Covey's appointment comes at a critical time for the Concordia school district, as school districts across the country continue to grapple with challenges around teacher retention and providing high-quality education for students. His experience and vision will be important in guiding the district forward.

The details

One of Covey's main focuses will be on teacher and staff retention, drawing on his 26 years of experience in education. He also wants to provide the best possible educational experience for students in the district. Covey and the outgoing superintendent, Dr. Theresa Christian, will be working together over the next few months to ensure a smooth transition.

  • Covey will officially assume the superintendent role on July 1, 2026.
  • Covey and Dr. Christian will be working together over the next few months to ensure a smooth transition.

The players

Jeremy Covey

The newly hired Concordia R-2 Schools Superintendent, who currently serves as the Director of Real World Learning & College and Career Readiness at the Center School District in Kansas City.

Dr. Theresa Christian

The outgoing Concordia R-2 Schools Superintendent, who will be taking on the role of Superintendent for the Lafayette County C-1 School District.

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What they’re saying

“One of my main focuses will be on teacher and staff retention.”

— Jeremy Covey, Incoming Concordia R-2 Schools Superintendent

“I'm excited to get started and continue building upon the work Christian has done in the role.”

— Jeremy Covey, Incoming Concordia R-2 Schools Superintendent

What’s next

Covey and Dr. Christian will be working closely together over the next few months to ensure a smooth transition of leadership in the Concordia R-2 school district.

The takeaway

Covey's appointment as the new Concordia R-2 Schools Superintendent represents an opportunity for the district to build on its recent progress and continue providing high-quality education for students, with a focus on retaining talented teachers and staff.