Executive Cabinet
The following five (5) positions comprise the Executive Cabinet, which is charged with the responsibility of supervising all activities within the Souderton Area School District.
See below for information about individual cabinet members and their responsibilities.
- Superintendent of Schools
- Assistant Superintendent / Director of Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and Technology
- Assistant to the Superintendent / Director of Pupil Services
- Director of Business Affairs
- Director of Human Resources
Superintendent of Schools
Christopher D. Hey, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
E-mail: chey@soudertonsd.org
The Superintendent of Schools serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the School District under the direction and authority of the Board of School Directors. In this role, the Superintendent provides leadership for the district's educational, operational, and strategic initiatives, working collaboratively with the Board, staff, families, and community to support student success.
The Superintendent is responsible for recommending and implementing programs, services, and priorities that advance student achievement, foster a culture of belonging and wellness, and meet the evolving needs of the district. Responsibilities also include overseeing the development and administration of the district budget, promoting responsible fiscal stewardship, and ensuring that resources are aligned with district goals and priorities.
As the district's chief spokesperson, the Superintendent engages with community members, civic organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to build understanding, strengthen partnerships, and maintain open and transparent communication. The position also advises the Board on policy, planning, and compliance matters while supporting effective governance and long-term district success.
Superintendent's Corner
The Superintendent's Corner is a regularly shared communication from the Superintendent of Schools to parents and the community.
Visit the Superintendent's Corner page for the latest edition.
Superintendent's Goals
The Superintendent shall lead and manage all District resources to ensure that every graduating student is prepared for post-secondary success, whether in military service, the workforce, or two-year or four-year higher education.
Annually the Board of School Directors and the Superintendent may mutually establish goals that are subordinate to and supportive of the above listed overarching goals. Such goals may include but are not limited to academic performance, curriculum development, fiscal management including budget preparation and performance, facilities management, human resource management, and community engagement. Such other goals are to be established during the month of June.
The Board shall evaluate the Superintendent annually. Upon completion of the annual performance assessment, the Board shall post on the District Web site the date of the assessment and whether or not the Superintendent met the established goals.
- The Superintendent completed the performance assessment of the Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Hey, on June 19, 2026. It was determined that the Assistant Superintendent had achieved the established goals for the 2025-2026 school year.
Assistant Superintendent / Director of Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and Technology
Katie Kennedy-Reilly, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent / Director of Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and Technology
E-mail: kkennedyreilly@soudertonsd.org
The Assistant Superintendent / Director of Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and Technology (CIAT) serves as a key member of the district’s executive leadership team, providing strategic direction and oversight of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and technology to ensure high-quality, coherent, and equitable learning experiences for all students.
Working in close partnership with the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent / Director of CIAT leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the district’s educational programs. This role ensures that instructional practices, curriculum frameworks, assessment systems, and student support structures are aligned to improve student achievement and support the development of the whole child.
The the Assistant Superintendent / Director of CIAT is responsible for developing and monitoring systems that translate district goals into effective classroom practices across all schools. This includes leading efforts related to curriculum alignment, instructional coherence, data-informed decision making, multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), professional learning, and the purposeful integration of technology.
In collaboration with principals, teachers, families, and community partners, the the Assistant Superintendent / Director of CIAT fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation while ensuring consistency and clarity across the K–12 system. The the Assistant Superintendent / Director of CIAT also provides regular updates to the Superintendent and Board of Education on student achievement, program effectiveness, and the overall performance of the district’s instructional systems.
Assistant Superintendent's Goals
Annually the Board of School Directors and the Superintendent may mutually establish goals that are subordinate to and supportive of the above listed overarching goals. Such goals may include but are not limited to academic performance, curriculum development, fiscal management including budget preparation and performance, facilities management, human resource management, and community engagement. Such other goals are to be established during the month of June.
The Assistant Superintendent shall assist the Superintendent in achieving the aforementioned goals.
The Superintendent shall evaluate the Assistant Superintendent annually. Upon completion of the annual performance assessment, the District shall post on its Web site the date of the assessment and whether or not the Assistant Superintendent met the established goals.
Assistant to the Superintendent / Director of Pupil Services
Megan Zweiback
Assistant to the Superintendent / Director of Pupil Services
E-mail: mzweiback@soudertonsd.org
The Assistant to the Superintendent / Director of Pupil Services oversees a wide variety of activities, sports and services that support and enhance the learning environment and co-curricular programs for students K-12 in the Souderton school community. Duties are performed in accordance with established federal, state and district-level policies. Support services include special education, counseling and health services, psychological services, student attendance and homeless supports, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for all students, and Student Assistance Programs (SAP) for at-risk students. Many of these student support services are funded or partially funded by federal grants. The Assistant to the Superintendent / Director of Pupil Services is responsible for ensuring students learn in a safe and nurturing environment. These duties include monitoring the fair and appropriate enforcement of the student code of discipline, orchestrating alternative placements as needed, and supervising the district’s four School Police Officers to regularly evaluate safety protocols in all schools.
Director of Business Affairs
Michael Taylor, CPA
Director of Business Affairs
E-mail: mtaylor@soudertonsd.org
The Director of Business Affairs is the chief financial officer of the district and therefore responsible for the administration of all financial operations of the district. This includes most of the "non-instructional" support services of the district. The following departments report to the Director of Business Affairs: Accounting/Payroll/Accounts Payable, Operations/Maintenance/Planning, Transportation, Food Services, Child Accounting, and Tax Collection/Census. The district business office staff is responsible for the administration of the district's 136+ million dollar budget as well as investments, insurances, purchasing, and the annual local audit and the state audit.
Director of Human Resources
Jonathan Graf, Ed.D.
Director of Human Resources
E-mail: jgraf@soudertonsd.org
The Director of Human Resources oversees all aspects of human resources for the Souderton Area School District, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and personnel administration. Working closely with district leaders and supervisors, the Director helps attract, develop, and retain a highly qualified workforce that supports the district's mission, values, and commitment to student success.
The Director ensures compliance with district policies, collective bargaining agreements, and state and federal employment regulations. In addition, the Director provides guidance on personnel matters, labor relations, employee performance, certification requirements, leave administration, retirement planning, and personnel records management while fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture throughout the district.