Clinton County native Paula Little serves her home community as new superintendent
Becoming the superintendent of Clinton County Schools meant Paula Little would be able to give back to the place she’s called home her whole life.
Campbell County Superintendent Shelli Wilson: “All challenges are opportunities”
On July 1, following 20 years of service to the district, Shelli Wilson began her role as superintendent of Campbell County Schools. She replaced former Superintendent Danny Rust, who announced he would not renew his contract at the end of June. Rust had served as superintendent since 2016.
Carlisle County Superintendent Casey Henderson: “Being an educator is not just a job, but a calling to help others”
On July 1, Casey Henderson began his new role as Carlisle County Schools' superintendent. He replaced Jay Simmons, who announced his retirement in February. Henderson most recently served as superintendent of Hickman County Schools in Clinton, Ky.
New Clark County Superintendent Dustin Howard: “Be passionate about everything you do”
Dustin Howard was named superintendent of Clark County Public Schools (CCPS) on Sept. 23. He most recently served as CCPS assistant superintendent and chief academic officer.
Veteran educator and administrator is new superintendent of Owsley County Schools
James “Gary” Cornett, a veteran district and school administrator with the Owsley County Schools, now leads the district as its superintendent.
Earl Ray Shuler leads Lee County Schools as interim superintendent
Previously retired from Lee County Schools, Shuler spent his six years of retirement driving a school bus in the district. He said he was pleased to accept the opportunity to lead the district in his home community and the community knows him.
Floyd Superintendent Anna Shepherd was practicing Grow Your Own before the program existed for teacher recruitment and retention
In the heart of eastern Kentucky, photos line the top row of two bookshelves in Floyd County Schools' central office. The bookshelves belong to Anna Shepherd, superintendent, and the faces displayed are those of her former kindergarten students, who later worked for the district.
Danville Independent’s new superintendent Greg Ross traded career as police officer to be a champion for students
Danville Independent Schools’ new superintendent traded a career as a police officer to be a champion for students, just as his teachers once were for him.
Floyd County Superintendent: Communication and teamwork key to recovery in eastern Kentucky
The foundation for great teamwork in eastern Kentucky following the catastrophic flooding – and what I feel is at the heart of every successful team – is open lines of communication.
Tonya Driver brings local experience and vision of community partnerships as new Crittenden County superintendent
Tonya Driver, a lifelong resident of Crittenden County, is now leading Crittenden County Schools as superintendent. "Teaching was always something that I had thought about doing," Driver recalled.