Dr. King will begin his role on June 1, 2024.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Montgomery Public Schools announced today that they have named Dr. Gregory King as their new chief academic officer.
Dr. King comes to MPS from the University of Washington- Seattle, Washington, where he currently serves as the executive director of math, engineering, and science achievement. “We’re looking forward to Dr. King joining MPS and continuing the work we’ve started nearly two years ago. The district has made great strides, and I’m confident that Dr. King will come in and elevate our work”, said Dr. Melvin J. Brown, MPS superintendent.
Dr. King earned his bachelor’s degree in English and Human Performance from Rice University, his master’s degree in Educational Administration from Prairie View A&M University, and his Doctorate in Education Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Washington. He has served as an educator, assistant principal, turnaround principal, and chief academic officer and has worked in higher education.
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