Special to the Times

  Henry County Schools Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis has been announced as one of eight new chiefs to join Chiefs for Change, a national non-profit group of educational leaders from around the country.

  According to the organization’s website, Chiefs for Change is a “nonprofit, bipartisan network of diverse state and district education chiefs dedicated to preparing all students for today’s world and tomorrow’s through deeply committed leadership. Chiefs for Change advocates for policies and practices that are making a difference today for students, and builds a pipeline of talented, diverse Future Chiefs ready to lead major school systems.”

  Members of the Chiefs for Change represent 23 states and the District of Columbia.

  Davis, the Henry County Schools administrative team, and board of education have been sought out at home and across the country for the district’s work during the Coronavirus pandemic. From educational peers to healthcare officials, the comprehensive planning and actions taken to manage the many challenges faced have earned high remarks and led others to seek advice from the district to support their own efforts.

  Davis’ membership, along with her cohort colleagues, brings this elite group’s membership numbers up to 40 members.  She is one of 27 members who are leaders of a school district.

  For more information on Henry County Schools visit www.henry.k12.ga.us