New Highland Elementary School will begin the new school year under new leadership.
Hardin County Schools has announced that Dr. Melissa McDaniel has been named principal at New Highland. McDaniel replaces Chalis Packer, who retired as principal at the end of the previous school year.
A 1997 North Hardin High School graduate, McDaniel earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky, a master’s degree from Georgetown College, and her principal certification and a Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership from the University of the Cumberlands.
According to a release from HCS, prior to arriving at New Highland McDaniel most recently served as an interventionist/curriculum and instructional coach at Lansdowne Elementary School in Lexington. The release notes that McDaniel has served in various roles of educational leadership and has experience mentoring teachers, training staff, and facilitating learning effectiveness programs.
McDaniel said in the release: “I’m honored to join the New Highland Elementary community as its new principal. My vision is rooted in academic excellence, a joyful and collaborative staff culture, and positive behavior fostered through strong relationships. I believe every child can grow and thrive when we work together with shared purpose and heart. I’m excited to lead alongside this incredible team and community.”
The first day of school at HCS is August 7.
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