10/01/2026
🚣♀️ ROW THE BOAT. DROWN THE NOISE. 🚣♂️
Happy National Principals Month!
October is National Principals Month, and we are taking a moment to honor the incredible, dedicated leaders who keep Houston County Schools moving forward every single day!
Leading a school takes vision, unwavering support, and true teamwork. School life comes with plenty of "noise"—from trending distractions and endless schedule changes to the daily hustle of student life. But when the waters get choppy, our school leaders don't flinch. They grab an oar, tune out the noise, lock in the rhythm, and stay focused on what matters most: our students, staff, and community.
We’re celebrating the steady hands at the helm of our schools. They are the strategists, the cheerleaders, the problem-solvers, and the calm in every storm.
To our amazing leaders: Thank you for steering the boat, setting the pace, and proving every single day that when we pull together, we can weather any wave.
Elementary Leaders:
Ashford Elementary: Ms. Sharon LeRoy
Cottonwood Elementary: Mr. Paul Strange
Rehobeth Primary: Mr. Scotty Matthews
Rehobeth Elementary: Mrs.Mary Hudson
Webb Elementary: Mrs. Reygan Woodall
Wicksburg Elementary: Mr. Richard Tisdale
A diverse group of eight school principals row a wooden boat on a calm lake at sunset.
Middle & High Leaders:
Rehobeth Middle: Mr. O'Shawn McClendon
Ashford Middle: Dr. Stephanie Alexander
Ashford High: Dr. Donnie Chambers
Rehobeth High: Mr. Brent Maloy
Wicksburg High: Mr. Lee Hyde
Houston County High: Mr. David Tice
Houston County Career Academy: Mrs. Heather Turvin
Houston County Virtual: Mrs. Niki Apida
Cottonwood High: Mr. Darren Stewart
Alternative School: Mr. Scott Stephens (Not Pictured)