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Davie County Board unanimously hires Dr. Heath Belcher as superintendent, term begins July 1, 2025
Summary
The Davie County Board of Education unanimously hired Dr. Heath Belcher April 15 to a contract term from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2029, with a transition agreement to be executed at the meeting's close; Belcher introduced his wife and daughter and pledged to serve the community.
The Davie County Board of Education voted unanimously April 15 to hire Dr. Heath Belcher as the district’s superintendent for a four-year term beginning July 1, 2025.
Attorney Jill Wilson presented the terms and asked for a motion to hire "doctor Heath Belcher for a term from 07/01/2025 to due 06/30/2029," noting the contract and a transition agreement that the board would execute at the end of the meeting. Marie moved, a second was made, and the board approved the hire by voice/show of hands.
After the vote, Belcher spoke briefly, introduced his wife Joanna and daughter Grace, and thanked the board. "I'm certainly excited to be here," he said, and described his educational values, saying his work is "rooted in a profound desire to serve a purpose greater than myself." He said he looks forward to working with staff, principals and community partners.
Board members praised Belcher's written application and interview, quoting passages in which he pledged to ensure Davie County students learn in "a school system that is safe, supportive, and collaborative" and to provide "effective instruction in every classroom." Several members said they prayed over the decision and felt at peace with the unanimous selection.
The board did not discuss details of Belcher’s contract salary or relocation logistics during the public portion of the meeting; the attorney said a transition agreement would be executed at the meeting’s close. The board welcomed Belcher and his family and adjourned afterward.
