10/12/2026
HCSS Administrators Selected to the Tennessee Rural Principals Network
Two HCSS Administrators were recently selected to participate in the Tennessee Rural Principals Network (TRPN). Ashley James, principal of Henry School, and Chris Coleman, assistant principal at Henry County High School, were selected to participate with other rural administrators in this year’s cohort of the Tennessee Rural Principals Network (TRPN).
Reflecting on being chosen for this program, Chris Coleman explained, “the biggest value of this program is the opportunity to collaborate with other rural administrators on building-level improvements. Being able to draw from each other’s experiences and build a network gives us a lasting sounding board to bounce ideas off fellow leaders who truly understand the work.”
TRPN is a state leadership initiative—partnered with institutions like Belmont University and WestEd—designed specifically for administrators in rural districts. It provides:
**Networked Collaboration: In-person and online professional learning communities with fellow rural leaders statewide.
**Targeted Coaching: Specialized executive coaching tailored to the unique resource, staffing, and community needs of rural schools.
**Leadership Development: Evidence-based practices focused on driving student achievement, school culture, and administrator retention.
James and Coleman will meet and work with other rural administrators throughout this school year to learn and develop strategies specific to rural schools.
