INDIANAPOLIS, IN (October 16, 2024) – At the October 16 school board meeting, the Board of Education of the Metropolitan School District of Washington Township appointed Dr. Sean G. Taylor as the new Superintendent of schools, beginning July 1, 2025.
Dr. Taylor has been serving the Washington Township School district in several different capacities for the past sixteen years, most recently as the Associate Superintendent for Washington Township Schools. Prior to that appointment in 2020, Dr. Taylor served as a middle school and elementary school principal for over 8 years in Washington Township. He also served as an assistant principal, elementary school teacher, and middle school English Language Arts teacher prior to coming to Washington Township Schools in 2009.
During his four school years as Associate & Assistant Superintendent for Washington Township Schools, he has worked with great teams of educators across many different departments of the District. A fierce advocate for public education, Dr. Taylor believes that when a school community of diverse stakeholders collectively commits to improving student achievement, all students can and will succeed. He also believes that central to that collective commitment is exemplary leadership.
The vision for his leadership is to ensure we have high impact schools for all children by simplifying, aligning, and supporting many areas that impact teaching and learning in our schools. Whether it is curriculum, technology, policy, student services, safety or transportation, his priority is to make sure all arrows are pointing in the same direction to best serve our future-ready panthers and families in the most cohesive and collaborative manner.
“This is an exciting time for our district as we have worked to find our next Superintendent to replace Dr. Woodson upon her retirement next summer” said Washington Township School Board President, Mr. William Turner.
“Hiring for the role of Superintendent is a direct and sole responsibility of the board. The board took this responsibility seriously and put in many hours during this search process to find our next superintendent, including hiring a search team that helped us select Dr. Taylor” continued Turner.
After a community survey/feedback opportunity in May, the board engaged the University Search Team to assist with the Superintendent hiring process. University Search Team filtered, vetted and
presented applicants to the board. After multiple rounds of interviews, which included phone screening and in-person interviews, Dr. Taylor was selected. The board is energized and excited about Dr. Taylor’s vision to move Washington Township Schools forward.
“I am incredibly honored and excited to step into the role of superintendent for this outstanding district that I have proudly served for the past 16 years in various leadership and principal roles,” said Dr. Taylor. “Having had the privilege of 5 years of exemplary mentorship from our current superintendent, to my work across our school communities, I’ve seen firsthand the dedication, talent, and diversity that make our district truly a destination district. This deep understanding of our district’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities will allow me to help sustain and build upon the excellence we’ve achieved together.”
Taylor has earned three degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Ball State University, a Master of School Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a Doctoral Degree in Executive Educational Leadership from Indiana University-Bloomington.
Some of his accomplishments include:
- National Association of School Superintendents Aspiring Superintendent Award
- Washington Township Schools Norman R. Turchan Administrator of the Year
- Led one elementary school to a National Title I Distinguished School designation
- Led both an elementary and a middle school from a state accountability letter grade of a D to a B during his principalships
- Earned highly effective evaluation designations at each leadership level served
- National Playworks Principal of the Year Nominee
He is also active in the community through the Washington Township Schools Foundation, the Washington Township Community Coalition, Lion Catchers, Student Impact, Young Life, and Westfield Youth Sports.
Dr. Taylor concludes, “I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and the trust that has been placed in me. I look forward to continuing our collective work in fostering academic success, equity, and a thriving learning environment for all students. Together, we will ensure our district continues to be a place where every Panther has the opportunity to reach their full potential.”
Dr. Taylor and his wife, Megan, have been married for 20 years and they have two children.
