As the 2024-2025 school year approaches, Surry County Schools is excited to welcome new assistant principals at seven schools, reflecting the district's commitment to leadership development and educational excellence.
Gentry Middle School assistant principal Amanda Adams leads the move with her transition to Cedar Ridge Elementary School. She is being replaced with Hanna Holder, who had previously served as the assistant principal at Pilot Mountain Elementary School.
Several new assistant principals have also been appointed: Crystal Boyles will serve as assistant principal at both Pilot Mountain Elementary School and White Plains Elementary School. Brittany Branch has been hired as the assistant principal at Central Middle School. DeAnna Walker will join North Surry High School as its new assistant principal, and Stephen Young will serve as the assistant principal at Surry Central High School.
Superintendent Dr. Travis L. Reeves commented, “I am grateful to work with a Board of Education and a leadership team that shares a common vision of ‘Designing Dreams. Growing Leaders.’ Our Leadership Framework supports this vision by committing to cultivate a culture of leadership and equipping all individuals with the skills necessary to live, learn, and lead as productive citizens. The appointment of these new assistant principals highlights our dedication to developing school leaders. Change, while challenging, fosters growth, and our district takes great pride in investing in the personal and professional development of our leaders. I am thankful to our Board of Education for supporting the leaders in our district and am honored to work with such a dedicated and dynamic team. I look forward to the new 2024-2025 school year.”