Dr. Robert “Al” Griffin serves as the Superintendent of Education for the Meriwether County Board of Education. Dr. Griffin is an energetic, life-long learner that utilizes a teamwork-oriented approach while striving to maximize individual student potential. He has been awarded numerous state, regional, and national awards both as an administrator and classroom teacher.
Dr. Griffin received his Doctorate of Education Degree (K-12 Administration) in 2006 from Auburn University. He also received his BS (1991), MEd (1992), and EdS (1995) from Auburn University in Agriscience Education. Dr. Griffin has twice completed the rigorous National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certification. During his 30-year career, Dr. Griffin has served as a classroom teacher, an administrative assistant, a Career-Technical Director/Principal, High School Principal, and Superintendent.
Dr. Al Griffin is married to the former Natalie Wood from Statesville, Alabama. He has three sons and a daughter. He has always been involved in various community activities. Dr. Griffin in active is Church activities, professional educational organizations, Civic Organizations, and numerous other community-related entities.
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Mrs. Carrie Chambers
Federal programs, CTAE, PreK Director
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Mrs. Joanne Britt
Curriculum & Instructions Director
6-12
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Ms. Kay Williamson
Wrap Around Services Coordinator
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Mr. Len Dalton
Technology Director
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Dr. Maurice Brown
Maintenance/ Facilities Director
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Dr. Monica McDaniel
Curriculum & Instruction Director PreK - 5
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Chief Royce Thompson
Chief SRO
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Mrs. Sandra Hudson
School Assistant Nutrition Director
Mrs. Sharon McKee
Administrative Assistant to Supt./Office Mgr./ Tribunal Asst./Board Secretary/ Energy Specialist
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Dr. Marci Vining Assistant Superintendent/ HR Director
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Mrs. Tomecka Woody
Chief Financial Officer
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Mrs. Tonya Waller
SPED Director
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Mr. Thaddeus Jackson
GHS Principal
Dr. Melanie Smith
MHS Principal
Mrs. Erica Short
MMS Principal
Mr. Michael Perry
GMS Principal
Mr. Eric Alston
UES Principal
Dr. Gina Bartlett
MVES Principal
Daffanee Ledbetter
MTSS Coordinator
Mr. Lee Riley
Alternative Program Director
MicKie Samper
Director of Transportation
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Ms. Suze Neal
Director of Compliance
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Mr. Jose Ramirez
Gang Interventionist
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