Nash-Rocky Mount Board of Education Chairwoman Evelyn Bulluck said school board members were excited to nominate Dr. Jackson for the Regional Superintendent of the Year honor. "In our letter to the selection committee, we shared the numerous ways Dr. Jackson has been a champion for public education in our school system," said Bulluck. "He always emphasizes the critical importance of rigorous content, relevant experiences and meaningful relationships in preparing the students of Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools. Dr. Jackson is firm in his commitment to excellence, and he believes in the power of public education to uplift our community."
Dr. Neil Pedersen, Executive Director of the CCRESA came to the school to present Dr. Jackson with the award during a special ceremony held as part of the school district’s administrative retreat. “We congratulate Dr. Jackson on receiving this honor,” said Pedersen. “We are fortunate to have him serve as chair of our region’s superintendent council, and we have seen the tremendous impact of his leadership in the Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools system.”
Dr. Jackson’s family, close friends, school administrators, along with community supporters from the Rocky Mount Chamber of Commerce, United Way Tar River Region, and Nash Community College attended the ceremony and reception.
Jackson became Superintendent of Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools in 2011. Prior to joining NRMPS, he was the Superintendent of Henry County Schools in Collinsville, VA. His career in public education spans over 25 years, serving several districts in VA and NC as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, central office administrator, and superintendent. Jackson holds a bachelor’s degree in Education from East Carolina University, a master’s degree in Education from North Carolina Central University, as well as a doctorate in Education from Walden University.
During his time with NRMPS, he has led the way for the implementation of a 1:1 digital learning initiative for students in grades 4-12; as well as assisted the school board with prioritizing school facility needs through the development of a comprehensive 10-year capital improvement facility master plan. He has also implemented several two-way communication strategies, while navigating the educators, administrators, students and families of NRMPS through a new curriculum, new assessments, and a new accountability model.
Jackson said he appreciates the support of the school board and their decision to nominate him for the honor. “I’m truly humbled and honored to have received this award,” said Jackson, “My work as superintendent would not be possible without the support of our school board and without the wonderful students, parents, educators, staff members, and administrators who make up our school system. I am so proud to be the leader of Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools. We have a great team, great schools and a great community.”
