Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education approved the hiring of Heather George as multiple pathways principal.
In the role, George will oversee adult education in Centreville, Sturgis and Three Rivers; educational services at Juvenile Day Treatment (JDT) in Three Rivers; shared services with St. Charles in Coldwater, St. Mary’s in Bronson and Trinity in Sturgis; the Viceroy program; early childhood education; and the district’s virtual program, said Art Ebert, superintendent at Sturgis Public Schools.
George has a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a learning disabilities endorsement, and a Master of Education in educational leadership with a special education director endorsement.
Over the past 20 years, she has served as educational assistant, substitute teacher, elementary school teacher in special education and, most recently, assistant principal at Sturgis Middle School, since 2017.
She is involved in numerous areas, including school behavioral threat assessment and manager trainer, special education advisory council and CPI Instructor.
“Heather has the skills, experience and passion necessary to support those learners that are looking for alternative pathways, and we are confident that she will thrive in this new role,” Ebert said.”
George will continue work as assistant principal at SMS until a successor is confirmed, Ebert said.
The board of education also honored the latest group of “Trojan Heroes.”
Some comments submitted by nominators:
Maria Lopez (custian, ABM). “Maria is always walking in, bright and early, with a big smile on her face ready to get the day started. She is such a caring person. We appreciate everything that she does for our school so very much.”
Kelly Mallory (second grade teacher, Wall Elementary School). “Kelly has high expectations for her students and they are willing to work hard for her, as she builds great relationships with each and every kid in her class. She has a heart of gold and does what it takes to advocate for her students.”
George Earl (social studies teacher, Sturgis Middle School). “George goes above and beyond in both the classroom and beyond. He coaches the Sturgis High School boys’ tennis team and is a leader of two groups at church. I have met his past students, and in listening to their memories of him, he definitely made a difference in their lives.”
