Administration

Derek Carlson

Name:  Derek Carlson

Position:  MS/HS Principal

College(s):  Kansas State University

                           Emporia State University

Hobbies:  Hanging out with my family and going to school events

I am married to Andrea who works at Ogden Elementary. Together, we have two sons - Patrick and Cooper. We moved to Ogden from Kansas in the summer of 2024. We have thoroughly enjoyed how accepting Ogden has been.

Denny Good

Name:  Dennis Good

Position:  Director of Transportation

Hobbies:  Showing Draft Horses

I am an Ogden Graduate. I was the mayor of the community for a while.  I am very proud of the district and community in which I live. I have witnessed many changes over time. And when asked about Ogden, I often times refer to us as the community of givers. When a project comes up whether its money, time, or knowledge. Help always is given.

Joshua Heyer

Name:  Joshua Heyer

Position:  Superintendent

College(s): UNI

                         Drake University

Hobbies:  Anything outdoors

Amy Krause

Name:  Amy Krause

Position:  Elementary Principal

                       Director of Learning & Student Services

College(s): University of Northern Iowa (Double Major in Elementary Education & Special Education)

                         Viterbo (Masters in Education)

                         Drake (Specialist in Education)

Christine Oien

Name:  Christine Oien

Position:  Human Resource / Communications Director

College(s): Minot State University

                         Moorhead State University

Hobbies:  Music, gardening, working with kids, spending time with family

My husband and I moved our two daughters here from Michigan. As North Dakota natives, we’ve enjoyed meeting new people and experiencing new cultures in the different places we’ve called home. We’re so happy to now call Iowa “home” and to live here with our family. Ogden schools were a big reason we chose this area, and I’m incredibly grateful to continue working in such a wonderful community and school district. Our kids and staff truly are the best!

Cindi Sprecher

Name:  Cindi Sprecher

Position:  District Food Service Director

College(s):  DMACC

                          AIB

Hobbies:  Counted Cross Stitch, sewing, embroidery

I enjoy preserving our garden produce with my husband. And I like mowing and making pies.