Russell County Schools has announced the selection of a new principal for Russell County Middle School.
Superintendent Michael Ford announced Thursday afternoon that Mrs. Sarah Aaron has been selected to lead the school following a thorough selection process conducted by the Russell County Middle School Site-Based Decision-Making Council.
Aaron has served as assistant principal at Russell County Middle School since July 2024. Prior to that role, she taught mathematics at the middle school for four years after beginning her education career as a math teacher in Clinton County Schools.
According to Superintendent Ford, Aaron brings experience in instructional leadership, school improvement planning, student services, teacher mentoring, assessment, special education processes, and building strong relationships with students, staff, families, and the community. Ford said he is confident Aaron will continue supporting students, staff, and families while building on the positive momentum and strong traditions of Russell County Middle School.
WJRS NEWS spoke with Principal Aaron about her new role. When asked about her goals for the upcoming school year, Aaron said her top priorities are continuing the school’s academic success while fostering a positive school culture where every student has the opportunity to succeed.
WJRS also asked Aaron how her experience throughout her education career has prepared her to serve as principal of Russell County Middle School.
Aaron said those experiences have taught her that the strongest schools are built through collaboration and a shared commitment to doing what is best for all the students.
With less than two weeks remaining before students return for the first day of classes on August 12th, Aaron told WJRS NEWS there is plenty of work to be completed before welcoming students and staff back for the start of the new school year.