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Cherokee County school board chair Kyla Cromer honored as she retires after 11 years
Summary
Kyla Cromer delivered a farewell Tuesday, reflecting on 11 years of service and district accomplishments; the board recognized students and staff, and renewed a partnership with the Cherokee County Educational Foundation.
Kyla Cromer, chair of the Cherokee County School Board, delivered a farewell address at the board's Dec. 12 meeting as she prepares to retire after nearly 11 years of service. Cromer reflected on district milestones during her tenure, including multiple accreditation renewals, governance awards and completion of major capital projects.
“I've been fortunate to have an incredibly supportive family and many, many colleagues and mentors and friends who have inspired me every step of the way,” Cromer said, thanking the community, students and staff for their support. She listed accomplishments such as district reaccreditation, raising teacher pay and advancing career and AP pathways.
The board used the evening to recognize a string of student and staff achievements. Officials honored three Air Force JROTC Raider championship teams from Ottawa, River Ridge and Cherokee High and named dozens of student competitors and their coaches. The district also recognized 47 support-staff honorees and announced overall winners, awarding plaques and $200 Visa cards funded by the Cherokee County Educational Foundation.
District staff accepted a statewide Farm to School award for the school nutrition program and named program leaders credited with sourcing locally grown produce. The board also announced four Reach Georgia scholars, 8th graders selected for mentorship and scholarship support. Several regional and state athletics and arts champions were acknowledged across multiple schools.
As part of recognitions and the consent agenda, the board noted the pending renewal of a partnership with the Cherokee County Educational Foundation. Lisa Marie Haygood, identified in the meeting as the foundation's executive director (transcript also spells the surname 'Hagood'), described the foundation's grants and programs and the more than $1.6 million returned to schools through fundraising events.
The board introduced Dr. Joshua Heath, referenced by staff as the district's new chief academic officer, and congratulated him on the appointment.
The meeting briefly recessed for five minutes during the recognitions before continuing with the business agenda. The board adjourned after completing routine business later in the session.
