For new RCHS Principal Accountability, consistency among goals
New RCHS Principal Jordan Turner spoke to the Russell County School Board last week. PHOTO | Submitted
By Wade Daffron
TJ Editor
As the new Principal of the Russell County High School, Jordan Turner has some definite plans.
Turner introduced himself to the Russell County School Board last Monday at the entity’s regular, monthly meeting.
Although he does not enter the new position officially until July, Turner shared a glimpse of the future with the school board.
“I’m looking forward to it,” Turner said. “I’m going to be close to home. I’ve lived in Russell County but some of you probably haven’t seen me around because I’ve not worked here. I don’t hang out here often. I’ve worked out of the district for 12 years now. I’m looking forward to coming back and being close to my family.”
Being closer to family-both literally and figuratively-“is great,” he said.
(Turner has most recently served as Principal of Green County High School and the Green County Area Technology Center.)
Looking forward, Turner said he plans to use a motto which may be seen on everything from signs to shirts.
“I’m looking at a motto into the new year,” Turner said. “It’s going to be called ‘Be About It.’ So, if you think about it, it’s about student learning…what can we do for the students to ensure that when they walk across that stage at graduation, they’re ready for college, they’re ready for a career, but most importantly, they’re life-ready. ‘Be About It’ with people, build relationships, with students, staff members, families, the community. Also be about accountability. Are we doing the things we say we’re doing? The consistency…are we intentional about the things we’re doing? That’s ‘Be About It.’ ”
Russell County School Superintendent Michael A. Ford praised the process to choose a new principal.
He said the school’s site-based committee was exemplary.
“We had some good discussions and some great meetings,” Ford said.
Turner will take over for RCHS Principal Shanna Tarter, who is set to retire after establishing a strong legacy of leadership at the school.
