A Day in Their Shoes: Recapping PIE's 2026 Principal 4 A Day Event
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On Thursday, October 29, Partners in Education of Douglas County hosted our annual Principal 4 A Day event, bringing local business leaders and community partners into Douglas County schools for a firsthand look at what it takes to lead a school.
We had a fantastic turnout, with 11 community partners spending the morning alongside principals throughout the Douglas County School System!
Principal 4 A Day is one of our favorite events because it gives our partners something they can't get from a meeting or presentation: an opportunity to step inside our schools, connect with educators, and experience the school environment firsthand.
A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Our Schools
Throughout the morning, participating PIE Partners had the opportunity to spend time with school principals, gaining a better understanding of their daily responsibilities, the challenges they navigate, and the work happening throughout their schools.
From supporting teachers and staff to creating opportunities for student success, principals play an important role in shaping the school experience.
For our community partners, this event provides valuable insight into how their businesses and organizations can support that work.
And that's exactly why we love hosting Principal 4 A Day!
Meet Our 2026 Principal 4 A Day Participants
We want to recognize the school leaders and community partners who participated in this year's event.
Arbor Station Elementary School
Principal: Anitra Paige
PIE Partner: Roy Johnson, Acra Printing
This visit was especially meaningful for Roy Johnson, who attended Arbor Station during its opening year in 1978! What a special opportunity to return to a school that was part of his own childhood, this time as a community partner.
Yeager Middle School
Principal: Dr. Tameka Bonner
PIE Partner: Aneesah Allen, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Eastside Elementary School
Principal: Dr. Tameka Scott
PIE Partner: Bethany McCullough, Northwest Georgia NCN
Turner Middle School
Principal: Dr. Ikyra Robinson
PIE Partner: Dr. Kendrick Love, Kendrick Love Behavior Consulting
College and Career Institute
Principal: Bakahai Litman
PIE Partner: Denise Washington, The Washington Consortium
Bill Arp Elementary School
Principal: Christy Shackleford
PIE Partner: Dr. Z Reddish, Impoweredd LLC
Alexander High School
Principal: Lora McAdams
PIE Partner: TJ Jaglinski, Douglas County Sheriff's Department
South Douglas Elementary School
Principal: Brad Corbett
PIE Partner: Jonathan Lewis, Douglas County Parks and Recreation
The visit also took place during Red Ribbon Week, when South Douglas Elementary was celebrating its "101 Reasons to Be Drug Free" theme!
Lithia Springs Elementary School
Principal: Tonia Small
PIE Partner: Mat Jeanius, Jeanius Consulting
Mirror Lake Elementary School
Principal: Lisa Huey
PIE Partner: George Saffo, Basket Creek Baptist Church
Mason Creek Elementary School
Principal: Kristin Martin
PIE Partner: Ruby Byers, PIE Board Member
Fairplay Middle School
Principal: Ms. Fhonda Strong
PIE Partner: Madison Krilla, Douglas County Parks and Recreation
Factory Shoals Middle School
Principal: Lavar Hickerson
Partner: Win Roshell, Earnest Charles Consulting
Chapel Hill High School
Principal: Dr. Melisha Plummer
Partner: Christian VanCavage, Douglas County Parks and Recreation
Holly Springs Elementary
Principal: Dr. Sherritta Abell
Partner: Kenneth Reddick II, Brothers Brunch Foundation
Mt. Carmel Elementary School
Principal: Dr. Tenia Boone
Partner: Denise Lord, His Boots On The Ground
Why Events Like This Matter
At Partners in Education, our mission is to connect community resources with our schools to help students succeed.
But meaningful partnerships begin with understanding.
Principal 4 A Day allows business leaders and community partners to see our schools from a different perspective. Rather than simply hearing about school needs, participants have the opportunity to connect directly with the people working to meet those needs every day.
These experiences help build stronger relationships, encourage collaboration, and inspire new ideas for how local businesses and organizations can get involved.
Whether it's sharing professional expertise, volunteering, providing resources, or supporting school programs, the possibilities for meaningful partnerships are endless.
Thank You to Our Principals and PIE Partners!
We want to extend a special thank you to all 11 participating principals for welcoming our community partners into their schools and sharing a glimpse of the important work they do each day.
And to our PIE Partners, thank you for taking time away from your businesses, organizations, and busy schedules to invest in Douglas County schools.
Your willingness to show up, listen, learn, and build relationships is what makes Partners in Education so special.
We are grateful for another successful Principal 4 A Day event and look forward to seeing the connections made during these visits continue to grow.
Interested in getting involved with Partners in Education?
You don't have to wait for our next event to make a difference! PIE welcomes businesses, nonprofits, churches, and community organizations interested in supporting Douglas County students and schools.
Visit www.PIEDC.org to learn more about becoming a PIE Partner and upcoming opportunities to get involved.
Together, we're connecting our community and strengthening our schools. 💙
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