-Press Release, Vance County Schools
Dr. Jennifer Carraway has been selected as the new principal at Clarke Elementary School.
She will begin her new duties with Vance County Schools on July 16.
She joins the district after serving most recently as the principal of Hawley Middle School with Granville County Schools.
“We are extremely excited to have Dr. Carraway join our team,” said Superintendent Anthony Jackson. “Dr. Carraway has a proven track record as an outstanding instructional leader. We look forward to her bringing excellent leadership focused on continuing to achieve positive academic outcomes at Clarke Elementary School.”
Dr. Jennifer Carraway addresses staff at Clarke Elementary School. (VCS Photo)
Carraway is a Vance County native and a graduate of Southern Vance High School. She received her undergraduate degree in education from Barton College in Wilson. After working in education for 10 years, she earned her master’s degree in School Administration from N.C. State University. She continued her education at N.C. State University and earned her doctorate in 2012.
Carraway comes to our district as a veteran educator with 23 years of experience in public education.
During her career she has served as a teacher, an assistant principal, a principal and a director. Her passion is working with staff and parents to provide students with a quality education.
Carraway was introduced to the staff at Clarke Elementary School during a meeting this morning. She is shown in the accompanying photo as she addresses staff members.
