Casey H.

Fries
730 East Avon Lane
Lincoln, NE 68505

cfries@lps.org
(402) 570-9005

CERTIFICATION:
Administrative Certificate
Provisional (Secondary)
Nebraska Standard Teaching Certificate
Mathematics (Secondary)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Doane College, Lincoln, Nebraska
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Doane College, Lincoln, Nebraska
Accelerated Certification Program
Doane College, Lincoln, Nebraska
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska
Major: Marketing
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE:
Lincoln East High School, Lincoln, Nebraska
Instructional Coordinator, Administration
Lincoln High School, Lincoln, Nebraska
Department Chair, Mathematics
Secondary Mathematics, Teacher
Assistant Boys Junior Varsity Basketball Coach

2013-Present
Spring 2011
Summer 2010
Winter 2004

2014-Present
2014-Present
2010-2014
2011-2014
2010-2014
Winter 2011

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:

Lincoln Public Schools
2010-Present
! Provide leadership in the development and facilitation of district goals
! Assure that department goals are congruent with building and district goals
! Strategic planning for courses and Math master schedule each semester based
on historical data and pass/failure rates
! Actively participate on the school improvement team
! Serve as a member of the team in interviewing and selecting new staff
members

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STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE (continued):
! Serve as the Count Attorney liaison
! Consistently assign disciplinary consequences to students
! Serve as a PBiS Tier 2 district Coordinator
! Assist in coordinating individual and group assessments
! Analyze data to drive instructional decisions, hiring needs, professional
development, interventions, and use of department funds
! Work with the Math department to collect, disaggregate, and analyze student
achievement trend data
! Use course data to develop teacher reflection questions, identify needed
interventions, and recommend teachers who need support
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:
Lincoln Public Schools
2010-Present
! Facilitate school-wide awareness of current research on instruction and quality
assessments
! Coordinate and lead district professional development on teaching
Mathematics to English language learners
! Collaboratively work with teachers to improve student achievement
! Lead staff development sessions focused on student engagement
! Participate in school improvement discussions focused on improving
instruction within our building
! Provide instructional feedback to student teachers
! Represent Lincoln East on several district level programs
! Collaborate with other high schools to align curriculum with state standards
! Provide leadership in recommending course modifications, and revisions
! Assist staff members with the development of reading strategies
! Provide leadership for curriculum adjustment or differentiation as needed
! Facilitate the identification and selection of courses to be caught within the
school
! Serve as a facilitator in the establishment of school-wide goals
! Facilitate staff development activities for improving the effectiveness of the
data teams process
! Provide feedback to teachers related to their professional growth
! Model effective instructional strategies when conducting staff development
activities and meetings
! Coordinate opportunities for peer observations and feedback
! Assist teachers in the development of their yearly goals
! Provide support for teachers concerning classroom management
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:
Lincoln Public Schools
2010-Present
! Organize departments into cohesive professional learning communities

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ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE (continued):
! Plan and facilitate regular meetings using input from staff members
! Develop and implement new district programs
! Develop a process to disseminate information, delegate tasks and
responsibilities, and make building level decisions
! Communicate placement changes/concerns to staff members, counselors, and
administrators
! Respond to request for assistance from staff members, and community
stakeholders
! Manage resources, instructional inventory, and equipment inventory
! Assist building in budget implementation and ordering of department
materials
! Develop procedures and guidelines for the care and use of instructional
materials, supplies, and equipment
! Assist in the preparation of required reports
! Serve as a leader on the Lincoln East Transition Team.
! Develop department schedule and room assignments
! Create and organize a plan for high school graduation
POLITICAL/COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:
Lincoln Public Schools
2010-Present
! Work collaboratively with district personnel to implement the use of strategies
and accommodations for English language learners
! Know and follow building rules and regulations, district polices and
procedures, and serve as resource for the building
! Interpret district programs to students, parents, staff, and counselors
! Develop descriptive material regarding our programs for students, parents,
staff, counselors, and the community
! Provide the necessary materials and support for current and new staff
members
! Develop and mentor new teachers through the appraisal process
! Collaborate with other administrators to positively influence the larger
community
! Develop and coordinate a system of regular communication between the
school and the home
! Assist in the assignment and use of classrooms, labs, and building resources
for night and weekend activities
! Represent the building at meetings with district curriculum specialists
! Supervise assigned department support personnel
! Assist in integrating student teachers and practicum students into the school
! Provide information for incoming foreign exchange students
! Insure the department curriculum is consistent with school and district goals
! Model and encourage staff participation in curriculum improvement

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POLITICAL/COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE (continued):
! Assist staff members in providing positive reinforcement and recognition
! Lead the school in identifying and planning to meet the personal, social, and
physical needs of studentsfor individual awards
! Collaborate with students, parents, and staff to collect data related to school
improvement
! Communicate with students, parents, staff, and focus programs about the
Nebraska State Accountably Test
BUSINESS EXPERIENCE:
Tri-State Hospital Supply Corporation, Howell, Michigan
2007-2009
Territory Manager
! Organized, managed and maintained all aspects of the sales cycle
! Handled daily communication between the corporate office and local
warehouse
! Responsible for territory growth, customer service and product training
! Cold called on new and/or underserved accounts
Recruits Unlimited, Lincoln, Nebraska
2005-2007
Director of Marketing/College Accounts
! Responsible for the design, production, and delivery of all marketing
pieces
! Coordinated large camps of 250 student athletes, 20 volunteers, and 15
employees
! Spoke and presented at trade shows, and local business groups
! Provided customer assistance and support to past and current clients
! Responsible for the hiring and training of all employees in 2006
HONORS:
Nebraska Algebra Graduate
Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics Rookie of the Year
Math Award Winner
PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT:
Nebraska Council of School Administrators
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics
National Education Association
Nebraska State Education Association

2012
2011
2009
2014-Present
2013-Present
2010-Present
2010-Present
2009-Present
2009-Present

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References
Mrs. Sue Cassata
Principal

Mrs. Elizabeth Miller

Associate Principal

Lincoln East High School

1000 South 70th Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68510
(402) 436-1302
scassat@lps.org

Lincoln East High School

1000 South 70th Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68510
(402) 436-1302
emiller@lps.org

Dr. Mike Wortman

Principal

Mr. Mark Larson

Associate Principal

Lincoln High School

2229 J Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68510
(402) 436-1301
mwortman@lps.org

Lincoln High School

2229 J Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68510
(402) 436-1301
mlarson2@lps.org

Mrs. Jessie Carlson

Principal
Lefler Middle School
1100 South 48th Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68510
(402) 436-1215
jcarlso2@lps.org

Dr. Matt Larson

Curriculum Specialists - Mathematics
Lincoln Public Schools

Dr. Barb Jacobson

Adjunct Professor
Doane College
303 North 52nd Street
Lincoln, Nebraska 68504
(402) 483-2116
barb.jacobson@doane.edu

Mrs. Sue Rasmussen

Assistant Professor

5905 J Street

Lincoln, Nebraska 68510

(402) 436-1801
mrl@lps.org

Doane College

303 North 52nd Street

Lincoln, Nebraska 68504
(308) 440-7506

sue.rasmussen@doane.edu