Henderson County Schools
Media Release
Superintendent Marganna Stanley Announces her Plan for Retirement
January 21, 2020
Henderson County School Superintendent Marganna Stanley announced her plan for retirement Tuesday night at the Board of Education meeting. Stanley has served as the Superintendent of Henderson County Schools for the past six years.
Stanley, a graduate of Henderson County High School, began her professional career in 1990 at Cairo Elementary teaching 5th grade. After earning her Master’s Degree from Indiana State University, she moved to the Henderson County Schools Central Office as a Student Assistance Coordinator and within four years was elevated to Director of Student Programs and completed her Rank I certification for Elementary Principal, Director of Pupil Personnel, Instructional Supervision - Level II, and School Superintendent through Western Kentucky University. In 2005, she accepted the appointment of Principal at Chandler Elementary School and then in 2008 she was selected as the Assistant Superintendent of Administration for Henderson County Schools. Her 30-year commitment to the Henderson County Schools has reached and influenced many students and staff to high levels of success. Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) recently recognized Superintendent Marganna Stanley as a finalist for Kentucky Superintendent of the Year.
Stanley has served on a variety of community boards and/or a member of organizations such as the CATCH program, Rotary Colonels 2 College, Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, Audubon Education Council, JA Volunteer, and NWKF Education Rally. Her professional organizational memberships include Kentucky Education Association (KEA), Kentucky Association for School Administrators (KASA), American Association for School Administrators (AASA), and Kentucky Association for School Superintendents (KASS).
Under her leadership, the district has seen many changes and growth, including:
The building of the new Spottsville Elementary School
The development of a new Jefferson Elementary School
Numerous facility upgrades and energy-efficient initiatives
HCS+ Building a Better Graduate initiative which means our students receive rigorous coursework, strong character development, and 5 world-class skills
Cultivated a strong instructional focus on reading and writing
Building leadership capacity within our schools through Building the Bench
Branding a positive image of HCS through collaborative partnerships with local and state government, local businesses, HCC, organizations, individuals, and agencies
Implementation of the one to one (1:1) technology devices in all grade levels
Secured entrances in the schools, installed security cameras, access controls, and emphasized best-practice emergency procedures.
Henderson County Schools has been recognized on the state and national levels for numerous programs and achievements
A clean financial audit report with a growing contingency fund
And many more initiatives that benefit Henderson County students on a daily basis.
“As we start developing a new five year strategic plan, I believe it is now the best time for our board to select a new leader that will carry that work forward. Contributing to the district over the past six years as the Superintendent has been rewarding both personally and professionally. I am humbled and grateful for a 30-year career in the Henderson County Schools.
I wish the board the very best as they begin a search for a new superintendent. I am committed to a smooth transition and will continue working with the board to ensure that.
I want to thank our school board members for their trust, leadership, and support. Many, many people have helped me, coached me, and empowered me. That support has allowed me to lead collaboratively and serve our students, staff, and community with integrity and excellence. My heart and soul are filled with pride and my hope is that the Henderson County Schools thrive and continue to expand horizons for our students. Our school system is extraordinary and my heart will always be with Henderson County Schools. Once a Colonel, ALWAYS a COLONEL!"
Her retirement will be effective on June 30, 2020.
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