Davie County Schools has appointed Emily Moore as the new principal of South Davie Middle School.
A graduate of Davie County High School, Moore brings 20 years of experience within the district to her new leadership role.
Moore began her career as a second grade teacher in 2005, and spent 15 years in the classroom, including kindergarten. She has served as assistant principal at Cooleemee Elementary School since August 2020, where she was named the 2023-2024 Assistant Principal of the Year for Davie County Schools.
“In this role, she demonstrated leadership by collaborating with various teams to advocate for students, maintaining positive communication with all stakeholders, evaluating and coaching teachers, and collaborating on master schedules based on student needs,” said superintendent, Heath Belcher. “She also led successful schoolwide fundraisers, raising more than $25,000 for playground equipment and a new digital road front sign, and secured community grants to provide additional learning opportunities to enhance student reading proficiency.”
Her previous experience also includes a principal intern role at Davie High School as part of the High Point University Leadership Academy. Moore earned a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from High Point University in 2020, a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Winston Salem State University in 2009, and a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Appalachian State University in 2005.
She is also a National Board Certified Teacher, and has completed the Aspiring Principal’s Academy through the Piedmont Triad Education Consortium.
“Moore is a student-centered leader dedicated to fostering collaboration, building a positive and inclusive school climate, and promoting academic growth and equity for all students,” Belcher said. “We are confident that her commitment will greatly benefit our students, staff and the entire school community.”
“I feel strongly that all students deserve the best education possible in a safe and supportive environment,” said Moore. “I believe middle school is a critical time for student development – socially, emotionally, and academically – and I am committed to creating a positive climate that nurtures the whole child while maintaining high expectations for learning.”
Moore began her new position last week.