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Kanawha County schools honor retiring Superintendent Tom Williams; Charleston mayor presents key to city
Summary
Board members and Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin recognized Dr. Tom Williams at his final board meeting for more than 40 years in education; the mayor presented a ceremonial key to the city and students from Hoover created a commemorative plaque.
Board members and the mayor of Charleston honored Dr. Tom Williams at the June 12 Kanawha County Board of Education meeting, marking his final session as superintendent after more than 40 years with the district.
Mister Cavender presented a board gift and introduced Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin, who told the meeting she was "pleased to present to you the key to the city in honor of your remarkable career." Goodwin cited Williams's leadership through the COVID-19 pandemic and recovery after the Elk River flood.
Williams thanked colleagues and reflected on his career in brief remarks. He said he began as a teacher at Saint Albans High School and later served as principal, deputy superintendent and superintendent. "While 40 years may seem like a long time, I can tell you it has passed in the blink of an eye," Williams said. He thanked board members, the management team and his family.
Board members and community speakers also praised Williams during the meeting. The board noted that students from Hoover rebuilt parts of the boardroom and created a plaque presented at the meeting. The plaque maker and students were identified as Hoover students; the board also provided cake after adjournment.
No formal board action was required for the recognition; the event occurred at the start of the regular session and was followed by the business agenda.
