STAFF REPORT
Glasgow News 1
Barren County Schools has selected Eastern Elementary principal Erika DeVore to serve as the district’s new Director of Instruction, Federal Programs, and After-School Programming.
DeVore will move from leading a single school to helping guide instructional priorities and student support across Barren County, according to a press release from the district.
DeVore brings more than two decades of experience in education, including 12 years as a school administrator.
Since 2017, she has served as principal of Eastern Elementary, where she has been recognized for her focus on student achievement, instructional excellence, and building strong relationships with students, families, and staff.
Before leading Eastern, DeVore served as principal of Clarkson Elementary from 2014 to 2017 and taught English at Grayson County High School for 10 years.
Her academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in English from Georgetown College in 2004 and a master’s degree in instructional leadership from Western Kentucky University in 2009.
She also earned her Rank I and Supervisor of Instruction endorsement from Western Kentucky University in 2016.
In her new position, DeVore will oversee district elementary curriculum and instructional initiatives, federal programs, and after-school programming.
She will work closely with school leaders and teachers to support high-quality instruction and ensure students continue to have access to meaningful learning opportunities during and beyond the regular school day.
Superintendent Amy Irwin said DeVore has a track record of putting students first and supporting teachers.
“Erika is a proven instructional leader who has consistently put students first,” Irwin said in a statement. “She is committed to building strong school communities, supporting teachers, and developing opportunities to help students to thrive. We are excited to welcome her to this district leadership role and look forward to the impact she will have across Barren County Schools.”
“I have been honored to serve as Eastern’s principal for the past nine years, and I am equally thrilled and honored to continue to serve the staff, students, and families of all Barren County Schools,” she said.
Key Facts
– Barren County Schools names Erika DeVore Director of Instruction, Federal Programs, and After-School Programming
– DeVore has more than 20 years in education, including 12 years as a school administrator
– She has served as principal of Eastern Elementary since 2017
– Previous roles include principal at Clarkson Elementary and English teacher at Grayson County High School
– DeVore holds degrees from Georgetown College and Western Kentucky University, plus a Rank I and Supervisor of Instruction endorsement
– In her new role, she will oversee elementary curriculum, federal programs, and after-school initiatives across the district
– Superintendent Amy Irwin describes DeVore as a proven instructional leader who puts students first
– DeVore says she is honored to serve students, staff, and families across all Barren County Schools
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