Ripon High School Principal Finalists Announced

RIPON, Wis (WRPN)- Three finalists have been selected to interview for the Ripon High School Principal position. District Superintendent Ron Rivard says those finalists are James DeBroux, Kevin Kriegel, and Vincent Proposon.

A total of 18 candidates applied for the position, with eight selected to participate in initial interviews with Rivard. The three finalists have been invited to take part in tomorrow’s “Day in the District.” Finalists will interview with district principals and high school staff, tour the high school, and participate in a public Meet & Greet in the Ripon High School Community Room from 3:45 to 5:15 pm.

Parents, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend and provide feedback through an online survey. The Meet & Greet sessions will also be livestreamed on the Ripon Channel.

Jim DeBroux has served as the Middle School and High School Principal at Gibraltar Secondary School in Fish Creek since 2021.

Kevin Kriegel served as the Dean of Students at Lake Bluff Elementary School in the Shorewood District from 2022 to 2024.

Vincent Propson has served as the Ripon High School Assistant Principal and Athletic Director for three years and the High School Principal at Odyssey Academy of Virtual Learning since 2024.

Rivard is expected to present his recommendation to the school board for new high school principal during the Board’s March 16^th meeting.

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