New principals have been selected for a pair of local elementary schools.
Cherokee County Schools announced last week that Allison Brown has been chosen as the new principal of Murphy Elementary School, while C.J. Rummler will take over as principal at Hiwassee Dam Elementary/Middle School. Both administrators officially begin their new roles Thursday morning.
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Rummler has teaching experience at the elementary, middle and high school levels, including eight years in Nash County and 16 years in Cherokee County. He previously served as an assistant principal at Murphy Middle and principal of Murphy Elementary.
Brown has served as an instructional coach, lead teacher, pre-kindergarten program director and assistant principal during her 24 years of experience working in Cherokee County Schools.
“All of these experiences have given me a broad perspective of the school environment, but I am committed to being an advocate for my students first and foremost,” Brown said in an online letter to the community. “It is my pleasure to lead so many wonderful teachers and students at Murphy Elementary School.
“My goal is to continue to provide an atmosphere that is conducive to learning and growing together. I hope to help create a culture of support and growth for both teachers and students.”
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Brown holds an associate of science degree in early childhood education, a bachelor of science in birth-kindergarten education, a master of arts in elementary education (K-6) and an education specialist degree in instructional leadership. She is also Nationally Board Certified in early childhood generalist.
Rummler earned his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from North Carolina Wesleyan College in 1999. He completed his master’s in school administration from East Carolina University in 2006.