Edenton-Chowan Board of Education Hires New Superintendent
The Edenton-Chowan Board of Education is thrilled to announce the selection and election of Mrs. Tammi Ward as the next superintendent of Edenton-Chowan Public Schools (ECPS). Mrs. Ward’s tenure will officially commence on October 16, 2024.
After a meticulous review process that included applications from a diverse pool of 22 highly qualified candidates from 7 states, the board enthusiastically chose Mrs. Ward based on her extensive experience, exemplary leadership, and unwavering dedication to students and staff. The board is confident that Mrs. Ward’s vision and expertise will propel ECPS to new heights of achievement.
Mrs. Ward has enjoyed a long and very successful career in education in three different northeast districts in North Carolina. She has held a diverse range of roles spanning from the classroom, student support, school administration, and district office. Previous experiences at the district level in CTE, human resources and curriculum combined with the roles of assistant superintendent and interim superintendent provide crucial experiences for Edenton-Chowan schools.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Ward has championed a philosophy that combines high expectations and collaboration with robust community engagement to foster student success within nurturing environments. Mrs. Ward is committed to fostering strong relationships with all stakeholders, including local and state agencies, secondary education institutions, and the business community. Her leadership has consistently been praised for its inclusivity, positive communication, and emphasis on equity and social-emotional learning.
In addition to her practical experience, Mrs. Ward boasts a robust academic background, holding a bachelor’s degree in office administration and accounting from Southwestern Oklahoma State University, a master’s in business administration from Old Dominion University, a master’s in school administration from East Carolina University, and an education specialist’s degree from Gardner-Webb University.
Mrs. Ward is eager to assume leadership of ECPS and actively engage with the community. Over the past three decades, Mrs. Ward and her husband, Kenny Ward, have benefited from strong values of a rural community related to their faith, family and friends. Throughout the years, their nuclear family of four children has grown through the addition of spouses and grandchildren. Mrs. Ward balances her work and family life through her enjoyment of sports, reading a good book and when possible relaxing at the beach.
“We all want our community, schools and students to succeed. I am dedicated to a culture focused on ‘Hearing Every Voice, Shaping Every Future’ to build on past success and navigate us toward our future accomplishments,” said Mrs. Ward. “I am honored to have the opportunity to work alongside the Board, education professionals, students, parents, and community for Edenton-Chowan Public Schools.”
The Edenton-Chowan Board of Education invites the community to join them in extending warm congratulations and a hearty welcome to Mrs. Tammi Ward as the new superintendent of the Edenton-Chowan Public Schools.