Chrestman returns to WVSD
After a 21-year hiatus, Kim Chrestman is returning to the Water Valley School District. Chrestman will take over as superintendent for Dr. Deborah Moran, who is leaving to deal with family issues, on June 1. (May 17, 2011, Page 2)
Moran stepping down as Water Valley superintendent
BLOG: Deborah Moran will be stepping down as Water Valley’s superintendent effective June 30. (more…) (March 9, 2011)
BLOG: Bridges tagged to lead WVHS baseball program
WATER VALLEY — Earlier today it was confirmed that former Ole Miss baseball standout and Oak Grove head coach Kary Bridges has been named Doug Robbins’ successor as Water Valley’s next baseball coach. (more…) (January 6, 2011)
OHS named star school
Oxford High School was named a star school in the latest accountability rankings from the Mississippi Department of Education. Overall the local school districts fared about average on the state’s accountability rating system. Lafayette and Water Valley School Districts were listed as academic watch. (September 10, 2010, Page 1A)
Test results show progress
Local schools, Lafayette County, Oxford and Water Valley school districts are well above the state percentage of passing scores in most testing areas. But all three districts along with all other districts in the state continue to struggle with reading scores. Statewide results were released today. Oxford Superintendent said that “There is always room for improvement.” (August 20, 2010, Page 1A)
WV School District welcomes new superintendent
On July 1 Deborah Moran “hit the ground running” when she took over the job of superintendent for the Water Valley School District. Lamar Burgess, President of the Water Valley School Board is pleased with the district’s newest addition. Moran’s enthusiasm and mission for the upcoming school year will make a difference for all “staff and administrators.” (July 20, 2010, Page 1B)
Water Valley schools tap new leader
WATER VALLEY — After months of searching and interviewing, the Water Valley School District finally found a successor for Superintendent Sammy Higdon. On Monday, Deborah Moran officially accepted the school district’s offer to lead the school district into the future. She comes to Water Valley from the Hancock County School District. (May 11, 2010, Page 1)
