Four schools in East Cobb will have new principals in the 2019-20 school year. One of them—Peter Giles of Kell—is staying within the community, having moved over from Wheeler.
Over the summer the Cobb County School District compiled profile information that is highlighted below, with links to full excerpts.
Dr. Patricia Alford, Dodgen Middle School
“I have worked exclusively with middle school students for my entire career. I love this age! Dodgen is an outstanding school, and I’m excited to serve the students and staff in the community where I live! My goal as a leader is to continue and extend that academic success by providing the very best education and academic environment for our students.”
Dr. Shannon McGill, Timber Ridge Elementary School
“It is such a privilege to return to a school community that played a large part in shaping me into the leader I am today. Timber Ridge holds a special place in my heart and serving the students and staff is an opportunity to say thank you and give back to such an amazing school community. As principal, I want the community to view Timber Ridge as a welcoming and friendly school where visitors can’t help but feel the excitement and know that great things are happening!”
Paul Gillihan, Wheeler High School
“Having been in CCSD for 13 years, I have seen first-hand the amazing things that Wheeler has accomplished in regards to their STEM and STEAM initiatives. This would not have been possible without the support of the Wheeler community. What I have witnessed reminds me of where I grew up in Northern Arkansas where the entire community surrounded and supported the school. I see this at Wheeler and can’t wait to jump in as the newest community member.”
Peter Giles, Kell High School
“Coming to Kell High School is an opportunity for me to come back home to the Longhorn Nation. I previously served as an Assistant Principal from 2010-2013 and loved the sense of family our school and community displayed for all of our students and schools. I am also excited about knowing so many students and families due to my years of serving as the Principal at Palmer and Assistant Principal here at Kell. Having such a warm welcome from the students and families has really made my homecoming exciting!”
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