MARION, Iowa (KCRG) – The Linn-Mar Community School District has named three finalists in its search for a new superintendent to replace Amy Kortemeyer, who announced in December 2025 that she plans to retire in June.
The finalists are Dr. Willie Barney, Dr. Janelle Brouwer, and Dr. Nathan Wear. Interviews are scheduled for March 2.
Dr. Barney currently serves as Instructional Leadership Director and Associate Superintendent for the Davenport Community School District, where he manages a $220 million general fund budget for a district of 14,000 students. He previously served as superintendent at Meskwaki Settlement School in Tama…