The Greene County Board of Education is pleased to announce Dr. Aaryn Schmuhl as the sole finalist for the position of Superintendent of Schools.
Following a comprehensive search process conducted with executive search firm McPherson & Jacobson, the board identified Schmuhl as an exceptional leader whose experience, vision, and values align with Greene County’s commitment to student success and continuous improvement.
Schmuhl brings more than two decades of experience in public education, including roles as a teacher, principal, district leader, and state-level innovator. He currently serves as Vice President of Program Development and Innovation at the Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement (GLISI), where he leads the design and implementation of instructional and leadership coaching experiences to strengthen leadership capacity across Georgia school districts.
Before joining GLISI in 2019, Dr. Schmuhl held various leadership roles in Henry County Schools, including chief leadership officer, assistant superintendent for learning and leadership, and principal of Luella Middle School. He also teaches graduate coursework as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Kentucky, preparing future school leaders for success.
Schmuhl holds a doctorate of education from Vanderbilt University and a master’s degree from Harvard University and is widely recognized for his work in instructional leadership, personalized learning, and strategic innovation. His areas of expertise include transformational change in school systems, student-centered learning, building effective professional learning communities, and leveraging instructional technology to support student achievement.
“We are excited about the future of the Greene County School System with Dr. Schmuhl as our sole finalist,” said Dr. Otho Tucker, chairman of the Greene County Board of Education. “His depth of experience, commitment to developing strong leaders, and focus on instructional excellence make him an outstanding choice to lead our district forward.”
Following the 14-day required public notice period, the Board of Education will hold a special-called meeting to vote on final approval on Thursday, July 10, at 10:00 a.m.
- Press release from the Greene County Board of Education: