Citing its desire to “go in a different direction,” the Stephens County Board of Education has announced its intention to hire a new school superintendent.
The Board met with Superintendent Dr. Daniel Oldham in a called meeting on August 6. During the meeting, they agreed Oldham would be reassigned from Superintendent to Transitional Coordinator. In his new role, Oldham will oversee the District’s transition to an interim superintendent and, ultimately, to a new superintendent of schools.
“The Board of Education expresses its appreciation to Dr. Oldham for his leadership and contributions to the School District during his service as Superintendent, but the Board wants to go in a different direction,” a press release states. “Dr. Oldham expresses his thanks and gratitude for the encouragement and most of all the support of the staff, parents, and community.”
Oldham served one year as Stephens County’s deputy school superintendent before taking over as superintendent last year.
In a statement to Now Habersham, Oldham added: “I am thankful to have had the opportunity to serve as superintendent of Stephens County Schools. This is a wonderful community that welcomed me and my family with open arms.”
When announcing Oldham’s departure, school officials emphasized their desire for a “smooth and productive transition.”
As of Monday afternoon, August 9, the school system had removed Oldham’s name and contact information from its website. Deputy Superintendent of Stephens County Schools Matt Thompson has assumed Oldham’s duties. Board members intend to name an interim superintendent at their next scheduled work session.
