GORDON COUNTY, GEORGIA — Gordon County Schools proudly announces the successful completion and graduation of the inaugural cohort from the Aspiring Leaders Program, a year-long initiative dedicated to fostering leadership excellence within the district. The program aims to develop the leadership capacity of its participants, equipping them with the skills and abilities essential for advancing the school district's vision.
The Aspiring Leaders Program is designed for district employees aspiring to formal leadership roles, who also commit to enrolling in relevant leadership certification programs, if not already certified. Over the course of the program, candidates engage in ten instructional modules that address specific issues related to school and system leadership.
The day’s events marked a significant milestone for the program as cohort members presented their capstone projects to esteemed members of the system leadership. The capstone project is a culmination of the participants' learning journey, providing them with an opportunity to apply acquired knowledge and demonstrate the integration of leadership principles into their professional and personal practices. These projects serve as a platform for individual and collective growth, fostering reflection and reinforcing the competencies emphasized throughout the program.
Members of the first cohort include:
- Adrienne Bowen
- Ashley Brookshire
- Nicole Burgess
- Jacqueline Cascio
- Tracey Clark
- Becky Davis
- Rebekah Gilreath
- Savanna Hayes
- Kristen Henley
- Amy Kinkead
- Whitney Prather
- Matthew Rigdon
- Dana Tankersley
- Andrea Walraven
- Katy Waters
- Melissa Vincent
“Congratulations to the members of the first cohort, for successfully completing the Aspiring Leaders Program,” said Alice Mashburn, Superintendent of Gordon County Schools. “Your dedication to growth and leadership is a beacon for our entire school community.”
The program was facilitated under the expert guidance of Dr. Amy Parker, Director of Leadership and Secondary Education, and Dr. Letishia Seabrook Jones from the Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement (GLISI).
Gordon County Schools congratulates each graduate for their commitment to professional development and leadership excellence.
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About Gordon County Schools
Gordon County Schools system serves approximately 6,500 students in schools across the county including six elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The mission of the Gordon County School system is to build a collaborative culture that engages all students and staff in learning experiences leading to growth, empowerment, and transformation.
Contact at Gordon County Schools:
Kendra Pannell
Communications Coordinator
Email: kpannell@gcbe.org
Phone: (706) 629-7366 ext. 8151
Website: www.gcbe.org