A pair of Chatham County Schools administrators will be taking on new roles for the upcoming school year, the district announced Tuesday.

Michelle Burton, currently the Executive Director of Secondary Education & Career and Technical Education, has been named the Deputy Chief of Student Support & Innovative Programs. Meanwhile, Carla Murray, currently the district’s Executive Director of Elementary Instruction, has been named the Deputy Chief of Academic Services & School Leadership. Both Burton and Murray assumed their new jobs Wednesday.

In a release shared by the school district, it said Burton “will support districtwide efforts related to student services, innovative programming and expanded opportunities for students,” and that Murray “will help lead the district’s academic services and provide support for school leadership across Chatham County Schools.”

Burton called the new role “a privilege” and expressed her excitement at helping students access the opportunities they need to thrive.

“I look forward to working with our teams to continue building programs that meet the needs of our students and prepare them for their futures,” she said.

Said Murray, “I am grateful for the opportunity to continue serving Chatham County Schools and to support the incredible work happening in our classrooms and schools each day.”

Burton and Murray’s new jobs are not the only changes in the Chatham County Schools administration. Kelly Batten also began his new job as the district’s Superintendent Wednesday, replacing the retiring Anthony Jackson. In the release, Batten said the district’s changes reflect a commitment to reorganization and financial stability.

“Chatham County Schools is fortunate to have experienced, thoughtful leaders who understand our schools, our students, and our community,” Batten said. “Mrs. Murray and Dr. Burton have demonstrated a deep commitment to student success, academic growth, and supporting the educators who make that work possible. I am excited to work alongside them as we reorganize our Central Services in support of student learning and continue moving Chatham County Schools forward.”

 

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