Live Oak Elementary School

Newton County School System is pleased to announce the appointments of Dr. Tiffany Richardson as the new principal of Live Oak Elementary School. The appointment was approved by the Newton County Board of Education during a special called meeting for personnel action on Thursday, June 24.

Dr. Tiffany Richardson will replace departing principal, Ms. Ericka Anderson, who accepted a career opportunity out of state. Dr. Richardson earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Organization Management Degree from Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota in 2016 and her Specialist in Educational Leadership and Administration Degree from Central Michigan University, Atlanta, Georgia Campus in 2008. She obtained her Master’s in Education in Counseling and Psychology from Troy State University, Covington, Georgia Campus in 2004 and her Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education from Mercer University, Atlanta Campus in 2002.

Dr. Richardson currently serves as assistant principal and also has served as an instructional specialist at West Newton Elementary School. She also serves as principal and chief executive program director for the non-profit organization, Unity Learning Network, Incorporated. Dr. Richardson previously worked for the DeKalb County School System as a turnaround school instructional specialist, assistant principal, district-wide professional learning facilitator, Title I Coordinator, and educator/teacher leader.

“I am truly elated about the opportunity to serve the students, families, and staff of Live Oak Elementary,” said Dr. Richardson. “I am most excited about the great work we will accomplish on this journey as we serve our students through love in excellence together.”