Davie County Schools announces the retirement of Superintendent Jeff Wallace, effective May .
Wallace has served as superintendent for nearly six years, having been named to the role in May 2019. After beginning his career in Yadkin County as a teacher, principal, and coach, he joined Davie County Schools as the principal of Davie County High School. He later served as assistant superintendent for several years before taking on the superintendent role. In total, he has served Davie County Schools for 17 years.
Under his leadership, Davie County Schools successfully navigated the challenges of COVID-19, implemented a 1:1 computer initiative for all students, improved graduation rates, increased certified staff supplement, completed a long-term facility project that centralized district staff at the Mebane Education Center, and remained focused on its mission to engage, equip and empower all learners.
Wallace described his decision to leave a job at UPS to enter the field of education as “one of the best decisions I have ever made.”
“I wanted to be part of a team that invests in the lives of young people, providing them with support, encouragement, and challenges to help them become better individuals, just as my teachers and coaches did for me. Almost 32 years later, I can say I am a better person because of the children I have served and the incredible people I have worked with,” said Wallace.
“Jeff has been a dedicated and loyal leader in Davie County Schools,” said Dub Potts, Board of Education chair. “He always puts the needs of children and staff above all else. As he transitions from a remarkable career in public service to an exciting new chapter in retirement, we thank him for all he has done for our school district. We are excited and wish him the very best in this well-deserved next phase of life.”
Beyond his district leadership, Wallace has actively served the community in numerous capacities, including on community agency boards, such as Smart Start of Davie County, SECU, Dragonfly House, the YMCA, and as an active member of Mocksville Rotary. Jeff and his wife Kelli are active members of Calvary Baptist Church where he serves as a deacon and teacher.
The Davie County Board of Education accepted Wallace’s resignation during a closed session at the Jan. 7 board meeting.