Hitchcock assumes Dibrell principal job
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“I’m very excited about the opportunity for change. I loved being a teacher and this move was not planned,” said Hitchcock, who will be put to the test Monday when students across the county return to school. “I was encouraged by many teachers and parents, and I am very much looking forward to the challenge.”
The opportunity came for her when Sherry Trotman decided to move to another position at the central office. “Mrs. Trotman was a wonderful administrator and she made the transition easy for me. I’m very grateful for that,” said Hitchcock.
She will be beginning her 30th year at Dibrell Elementary, having started her career there teaching kindergarten, a position she held for 18 years. She has since taught second grade and seventh- and eighth-grade social studies.
Hitchcock is very proud of the parental involvement at the school and pays many compliments to the staff.
“One of the unique things about Dibrell is the faculty. We all work very well together, share ideas and encourage each other,” said Hitchcock.
The school will be welcoming some new teachers this year and Hitchcock hopes to give them the same opportunity and encouragement that was given to her.
She is a Tennessee Tech graduate, receiving her B.S. in elementary and early childhood development. She received here master’s degree in administration from the same school.
The Dibrell staff realizes each child is unique, with individual talents and interests. They are committed to helping each child learn in his or her own way. The school is a recipient of the Governor’s Incentive Grant Award, is a school-wide Title I school, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
“I’m very blessed to be at Dibrell. We are like a family,” concluded Hitchcock.