Christa Campbell has been named Assistant Principal at Cason Lane Academy.   Campbell will replace Ms. Cheryl Baxter who retired at the end of December after 27 years with Murfreesboro City Schools.

Campbell joins MCS from the Rutherford County School District, currently serving as an educator at McFadden School of Excellence.  Campbell has taught since 1993 receiving numerous grants, accolades and honors. Campbell is a MTSU alumnus receiving her Masters and Bachelors in Education from the university. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate of Education in Assessment, Learning and School Improvement.

Campbell was named as 2013 Tennessee Environmental Educator of the Year for bringing hands on learning and science opportunities to her students.  Additionally, Campbell was named as school site Teacher of the Year in 1996, 2001 and 2004.

“Ms. Campbell is an outstanding teacher who models excellence,” says Wilkerson.  “She has experience, a depth of knowledge and the leadership skills to work closely with our students, teachers and parents. I look forward to her joining the Cason Lane family”

“I’m excited about this new opportunity,” says Campbell. “Cason Lane enjoys a great reputation in the community and I look forward to working with the teachers, students and parents.”

Ms. Campbell will assume her new position at Cason Lane Academy in January.