As we begin the countdown to the first day of school on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, Fayette County Public Schools is excited to congratulate and welcome the newest leaders at schools and special programs around the district.
“School leadership is a difference maker, and that importance is amplified as we implement the ‘New Way Forward,’ outlined in our strategic plan,” said Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Demetrus Liggins. “We have high expectations for the newest members of our leadership team, including educators from school districts throughout the state and nation, as well as rising stars from within our ranks who are moving into new positions as part of their leadership journey.”
New leaders include:
- Lamar Allen, acting program Director at Carter G. Woodson Preparatory Academy
- Marlon Ball, principal at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
- Tiffany Cook, principal at Picadome Elementary
- Nekesha Cozart, acting program director at Carter G. Woodson Academy
- Kevin Faris, program director at The Stables
- Chris Flores, program director at STEAM Academy
- Michelle Grant, principal at Coventry Oak Elementary
- Bryne Jacobs, principal at Lexington Traditional Magnet School
- Jodi Johnson, principal at The Academy for Leadership at Millcreek Elementary
- Bryan Kennedy, acting program director at The Learning Center
- Liz Kirk, principal at Yates Elementary
- Anthony Orr, principal at Lafayette High School
- Matthew Spottswood, principal at Maxwell Elementary
- Tyson Steelman, principal at Athens-Chilesburg Elementary
- Cassaundra Watkins, principal at The Promise Academy at Harrison Elementary
“We are excited to put the darkest days of the past two years behind us with a renewed energy and commitment to providing every student with exciting, challenging, and well-rounded educational opportunities in a safe, caring, and supportive environment’” Liggins said. “Each of these new leaders will play a critical role in removing barriers and accelerating student success.”
