I am thrilled and honored to kick off my third year as Superintendent of Wethersfield Schools for the 2024-2025 school year! The commitment to our students and the incredible support from our community truly highlight the exceptional nature of our district.

My journey in education began in 1998 as a Chemistry, Biology, and Physics teacher at Knoxville High School. From there, I became Principal at Delavan Jr./Sr. High School in 2002 and transitioned to a Superintendent role at South Pekin School District #137 in 2006. In 2015, I returned to Delavan as Superintendent of Schools. Outside of work, my wife Carrie and I are proud parents of four children—three of whom are adults and two are married. We cherish spending quality time with our family.

I hope you had a fantastic summer and are as excited as I am about the new school year! We are eagerly anticipating the first day of school on Friday, August 16th, and extending a warm welcome to all, especially to families new to our district.

This summer has been buzzing with activity! We’ve welcomed new teachers and support staff to our talented team, and our Operations and Maintenance staff have been hard at work preparing our buildings. We’ve added some amazing new spaces and furnishings for both our students and community to enjoy.

My leadership approach is rooted in care and teamwork. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and the dedication of the Wethersfield staff is vital in helping them thrive. My role is to support our outstanding staff, guided by the Board of Education, to ensure our students reach their goals and our educators have the resources they need to provide top-notch educational experiences.

Parental involvement is crucial to the success of our schools, whether at the elementary, middle, or high school level. If any issues arise, I encourage you to connect directly with your child’s teacher, coach, or principal. This direct approach often leads to the best solutions. By working together—students, staff, parents, and community—we can continue to uphold the Wethersfield tradition of excellence in education.

As we begin this exciting school year, I invite you to stay engaged with us through our website and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter). Our new District App will also keep you updated on events and important notifications, and our text messaging system ensures you receive timely alerts. Everyone in our community can download the App for the latest information.

I am eager to continue working with all of you and am here to assist in any way I can. Let’s make this a fantastic year together!

Have a Great Year!

Dr. Brooks, Superintendent

Email: abrooks@geese230.com

Phone: (309) 853-4860