Stueck retires from EJCHS

Wednesday, December 12. 2012

East Jackson Comprehensive High School will be getting a new principal soon. Principal Pat Stueck retired this week and the Jackson County Board of Education approved the move Monday night. Assistant superintendent Rise Hawley will take over at EJCHS as interim principal. The system plans to have a new principal formally named in time for the 2013-2014 school year. Stueck was named principal at EJCHS in 2005, two years before the high school opened in 2007. She has been the only principal at the school. Before that, she was assistant principal at Jackson County Comprehensive High School for 10 years.

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#1 hmm... on 12/12/12 at 09:53 AM

Was she forced out? Why would she do this in the middle of the year? Where's the article on Brian Smith being fired as football coach? I hope the board has the good sense to not appoint R Crumley as principal. Its time to get new blood in there.

#2 early christmas present on 12/12/12 at 09:57 AM

Oh Happy day! East Jackson may finally have a chance to become a good school!

#3 H.Prater on 12/12/12 at 11:18 AM

There has been one common denominator over the years in Jackson County Schools that lead directly to failure PS. and RC. They ruined JCCHS then EJCHS. Nuff said

#4 Time will Tell on 12/12/12 at 11:34 AM

She had actually retired on Nov. 30th due to the tax cutoff for retirees?? correct? And just worked through December. Some of the students have said she left money for a scholarship fund? EJCHS definitely needs some school spirit, faculty and students both! Lots of faculty quiet and somber currently - uncertain of their jobs. Some are being transferred out, fall student schedules are being changed due to the faculty change.
So can some one enlighten us parents on what is going on at EJCHS or is this district wide?? Foor goodness sakes, do not put RC in charge. Delt with him on a number of instances, terrible with parents!

#5 Changing with the Times on 12/12/12 at 12:43 PM

I hate to see Dr. Stueck is retiring; she is the most professional administrator in the building. RC and CP are too busy taking care of their own and doing favors for their favorite teachers and their children. Doesn't every child deserve the same opportunities as their children? I don't think they or their favorites understand what it takes to be a quality professional and the importance of confidentiality. Like Superindetendent, it is time to look outside JC for principal. Dr. Green is doing a good job getting rid of the excess. Keep it up. Hopefully, we will see the quality school system it has the potential to be!

#6 Dr. Ed Wyrick on 12/12/12 at 01:28 PM

Most times the best thing to do when seeing these kinds of comments is to ignore them and they will end soon. Then those who enjoy making negative comments move on to another topic. However, in this case, some things need to be clarified right away. While I am not privy to all the issues that led to Dr. Stueck's retirement, I know enough to comment and hopefully short circuit some speculation. This is my thirtieth year with the Jackson County School System and know a good many folks in the county. I hope I've earned some trust during those years.

I will not speak for Dr. Stueck as to her reasons for retirement. I do know that she and I discussed that possibility as recently as last summer. Among other issues, we talked about some health considerations that were in play. At the time, she expressed concern about maintaining continuity as the school system transitioned to a new administration. From what I understand from her, she has decided it is no longer necessary for her to be here for that purpose. I know with certitude that her decision to retire now had nothing to do with the 3% retirement issue. In her situation, that wouldn't make much difference, if any, anyway.

It is true that Dr. Stueck and her husband have established a fund to help EJCHS students. I don't know the details, but I believe it is a scholarship fund and details will be available later.

Anytime anyone is in a leadership position, some people will be unhappy with them, so I'm sure some people will continue to post negative comments. That can't be helped. For reasonable people who might read this, please be assured that nothing nefarious is in play. We should all be grateful for Dr. Stueck's fine work for the students and our school system. Opening a new school is a a huge challenge, and she met the challenge magnificently.

#7 come on on 12/12/12 at 03:30 PM

Ed, could you not just retire too? How long are we going to have to keep paying you? I'm sure you hate to see people like Stueck go. Changing of the times means people won't be getting away with things like they used to like back in the 90's. You know what I'm talking about. Keep cleaning house Dr. Greene!

#8 yahoo on 12/12/12 at 03:32 PM

Now I do believe in Santa!

#9 Time will tell on 12/12/12 at 06:38 PM

Thank you Dr. Wyrick! I agree, Dr. Stueck was an awesome administrator! Really hate to see her go - just in the middle of the school year is odd, but totally her decision and no one elses.
Dr. Greene is definitely making changes - even had the librarian clean out the library - said "it doesn't look like a college library"
I pray that all changes he makes are beneficial to the students, not taking away teachers to just add to class size next semester.
Thank you Dr. Stueck for your years of service!

#10 Dr. Ed Wyrick on 12/12/12 at 07:43 PM

To clarify, I am retiring fully after this year. I told the principals of the two schools of my decision this summer before school began, and my resignation was approved in the last board meeting. I have thoroughly enjoyed serving the students and parents of Jackson County and wish all well in the future.

#10.1 Ed Wyrick on 12/12/12 at 07:51 PM

To further clarify, my retirement will be in effect after this school year.

#11 Mark Boswell on 12/12/12 at 07:46 PM

As a parent, I have had the honor and privilege of working with Dr. Stueck since EJ opened and I can tell you without a doubt she is one of the best professionals I have ever had the pleasure of working with. When it comes to her job, which is making the best decisions for the kids at EJ, she has always stood for what is best for them regardless of the repercussions!!
As for all of you hiding behind silly screen names, why don't you act like a grownup and state your real names!! Cowards!

#12 Linda M on 12/13/12 at 08:03 AM

I have a student at EJ, I think Dr. Stueck did a Great Job! She cares for the students, She and her husband has set up a fund for students. Which I think is a Great.

#13 Sharon on 12/13/12 at 08:50 AM

I don't really care for Dr. Stueck but am really saddened that Dr. Wyrick is retiring! I wish you well and thank you for all you have done for the school system. I hope as well that RCrumley is not appointed to anything in that school system besides what he is! He needs to retire as well!! just sayin'

#14 bboswell on 12/13/12 at 09:38 AM

I know she tried hard to be a good administrator,but she did many underhanded things.I guess when you work in Jackson County it goes with the territory. Creating fake students to get more funding? Changing Homecoming ballets so certain people win? Come on folks.Do you know the truth. Nepitism?

#14.1 Brooke Boswell on 12/13/12 at 04:32 PM

To clear the record, I am not the one who has posted under "bboswell".

Best of luck to Dr. Stueck (:

#15 Danielle Austin on 12/13/12 at 12:35 PM

Jackson County Schools are losing two fine employees with Dr. Stueck and Ed Wyrick. Both were at JCCHS when I was a student there and both did amazing jobs. Any student who has come through the school system while these professionals were there were lucky. Dr. Stueck is the consummate professional, as was Dr. Wyrick. Best of luck to them both in their future endeavors.

#16 JustPlainOldBob on 12/13/12 at 08:22 PM

Many are retiring before end of year. Get out while the getting is good.

The the teachers do not get paid enough yet we expect all the education, superior skills, and do not pay what they are worth. Same for police, fire, EMT, public safety.

What a shame.

#17 Tim Thomas on 12/13/12 at 09:17 PM

I'm with Mark Boswell. If you really want to speak your mind, stop hiding behind fake names and maybe your arguments will carry more credibility.

I for one am not afraid to say publicly that I am proud to have worked for Pat Stueck for several years. She will be sorely missed and not easily replaced.

#18 Brian Blackwell on 12/14/12 at 07:40 AM

I am really concerned that now the new county superintendent is planning on changing aroung and making middles schools elementary and changing what greades are in what schools. I know he may mean well, but before you start doing all this crazy moving of and shifting why dont you think of the students and not just of yourself.

#19 whilewearediscussingchange on 12/14/12 at 01:01 PM

I think it's time we arm the teachers that are willing. How many more sad news stories will happen like todays?

#20 winds of change are good on 12/17/12 at 12:49 PM

Palmer is and was a pawn in Stueck's mission to have total control over everyone and everybody. She was picked to be AP because she is a sheep who will do and go wherever she is told to. Stueck never has wanted people around her that have their own opinions. She would get very upset when people from the board came to the school, "her school" Find it very interesting that Rise Hawley is interim. She will be shocked at some of the way things are done at EJ.

#20.1 formerEJteacher on 12/20/12 at 09:49 AM

Wind, you are blowing hot air. To say Mrs. Palmer was a pawn shows that you have NO IDEA of what she truly has done, and I assure you continues to do, for EJ, JC, and the children and families of the community. She has sacrificed more than you can imagine with regards to her personal life and being a mother to give to the students who have been under her charge. In the immortal words of Robert De Niro in 'A Boys Life', "Now just shut your %$#%$&@!* pie hole!"

Referencing your comments about Dr. Stueck wanting 'total control'-- if you had ANY IDEA about or experience with her leadership style you would understand that it anything BUT based on total control. She was is a master at delegation, observing, strategizing, and trouble shooting. She allowed the teachers to make many of the important decisions and brought all parties into the formation of the cultural evolution of East Jackson.

"A man is wise with the wisdom of his time only, and ignorant with its ignorance."
~Henry David Thoreau

#21 When are we going to hear about Brian Smith on 12/17/12 at 12:54 PM

Mike,

When are going to enlighten us Jackson Countians on what is going on with football at EJCHS? It is on gavsv that the job is open.

#22 karma's a b---- on 12/19/12 at 09:22 AM

you reap what you sow.

she got exactly what she's been dishing out. those that helped her will be next.

#22.1 Joe Christmas on 12/19/12 at 03:33 PM

It's such a perfect day
I'm glad I spent it with you
Such a perfect day
You just keep me hanging on
You just keep me hanging on
You're going to reap just what you sow
You're going to reap just what you sow

Lou Reed "Perfect Day"

#23 formerEJteacher on 12/20/12 at 09:16 AM

Most of you out there who are bashing Dr. Stueck, Dr. Wyrick, and Chanda Palmer are likely the same folks who are bashing teachers whenever you get the chance. If you were in house as a teacher, administrator, or staff member and saw abuses first hand, plead your case. If you are a former student and have a valid argument (we taught you that skill) please feel free to floor it. If you are an outsider, be quiet. If your assumptions are based on hearsay and conjecture, be quiet. If you are basing your opinions on what your kids have told you, you should think twice and consider the motivation of the source. If you think you know what it takes to run a school, to manage 1000+ students and their parents, to balance the politics, needs, and infrastructure of a district and state system, I assure you, you have no clue. It is not the business world and the stakes truly are higher.

Dr. Stueck was (is) a good leader with what I experienced first hand for seven years to be a unique and very effective and efficient style of 'captaining the ship'. Running a school is like running a small country and she managed the daily grind and political morass with integrity, respect, and a love for the students. I hope Dr. Stueck decides to ply her knowledge, wit, and wisdom in the training of pre-service educators.

Dr. Wyrick had ONE THING ONLY on his mind on a daily basis, the students and their personal and academic well-being and safety. He may be of the old school, but he does what he does well and with the utmost integrity and responsibility. He is the picture of selflessness and motivation concerning the creation of a counseling environment that is warm, welcoming, supportive, effective, and efficient.

As for Mrs. Palmer--hands down one of the most incredible teachers I have yet to have the opportunity and pleasure to see in action in the classroom. With regards to her administrative tenure, she is likewise one of the most efficient, effective, selfless, and focused people I have ever seen execute the duties of Assistant Principal and curriculum leader in a high school.

These three educators are jugglers and they sometimes they are called to juggle chainsaws. They all deserve our respect for the number of successes they have fostered, the lives they have turned around, and the intellectual advancement they have contributed to in Jackson County.

Haters--know of what you speak and/or do not use forums such as this to communicate misinformation and unfounded OPINIONS about the character of another person, especially these three.

#24 winds of change are good on 12/20/12 at 12:36 PM

How do you know that I'm not a current teacher? My info is first hand. You've been gone a while, you have no idea how things are. You got out while it was good-very different atmosphere now.

#25 karma's a b---- on 12/22/12 at 01:35 PM

told ya Dr. Stueck, NEVER GO AGAINST THE FAMILY, we play for KEEPS

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