Russellville school board taps new superintendent
The Cole R-1 School District Board of Education in Russellville, Arkansas, announced Jeff West as the new superintendent starting July 1, citing his 24 years of experience in public education. West previously served as principal of California High School and holds degrees in English, educational leadership, and administration from Lincoln University and Williams Woods University.
The Cole R-1 School District Board of Education in Russellville, Arkansas, has selected Jeff West as the new superintendent, effective July 1. West brings extensive experience in public education, having served as principal of California High School and previously as an assistant principal at Battle and Jefferson City high schools. Before his administrative roles, he taught English and coached at Jefferson City and Blair Oaks high schools. West holds a specialist degree in educational leadership and a master’s in administration from Williams Woods University, along with a bachelor’s degree in English from Lincoln University. His background includes expertise in curriculum development, staff supervision, budgeting, and strategic planning, which the district highlights as key strengths for his leadership role. The Cole R-1 School District’s mission centers on educating all students and fostering excellence to build the foundation of tomorrow’s community. West’s appointment follows a focus on student success, staff development, and community engagement, according to the district’s announcement. West and his family currently reside in Jefferson City, Missouri, where he will oversee the district’s operations moving forward.
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