GCPS Board of Education Approves Senior Leadership Changes

At a special meeting held on July 10, 2023, the Board of Education approved changes in key senior district leadership positions.

First, Mr. Jamar Perry was named the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction and Student Services.  Mr. Perry enters his fifth year with GCPS and has a total of 24 years in public education, serving in a variety of school and district leadership positions, including elementary school principal, central services director and executive director roles.  Most recently, he served as the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources for GCPS,  He received his undergraduate degree from North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and holds two master’s degrees from NCCU and NC State University.  Mr. Perry has a strong background in Human Resources and Curriculum and Instruction with a proven track record of past successes and achievements.  

Mr. Jamar Perry, Assistant Superintendent for 

Curriculum and Instruction & Student Services

Next, the Board approved the appointment of Mrs. Courtney Currin as the Executive Director of Human Resources and the Public Information Officer.  Mrs. Currin has nearly 20 years of experience in public education - all in GCPS.  She began her career teaching English at JF Webb High School and has served as an Assistant Principal and Principal at multiple grade spans.  She has also served as the Federal Personnel Director in the Human Resources Department for the past two years.  Mrs. Currin holds her undergraduate degree from Meredith College, a Masters Degree from NC State University and is nearing completion of her Doctorate Degree from UNC Wilmington.

Mrs. Courtney Currin, Executive Director of Human Resources 

& Public Information Officer

Mr. Bill Graham. Executive Director for Operations, and Mrs. Vickie Hines, Interim Finance Director, will continue in their respective roles as the two other members of the Executive team for GCPS.

Superintendent Winborne commented on these new changes, saying “The individuals in these new roles will bring stability and strength to our senior leadership.  Each has a deep connection to our district, a strong work ethic, and an absolute commitment to the students of GCPS.  I am very optimistic about our future and look forward to a great school year for our students and educators.”