The Greensville County School Board on Dec. 15 held a public hearing as part of its search for a permanent superintendent, laying out a recruitment timeline and taking roughly three minutes of public comment from community members who urged communication, inclusivity and student supports. The board said applications are open Dec. 10–Jan. 11, 2026, plans to meet with Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) representatives on Jan. 15 to review candidates, and expects interviews in January and February with a selection anticipated in March 2026. The board noted that VSBA will assist with recruitment but will not participate in board interviews.

Members of the public emphasized leadership qualities the board should prioritize. "We need a superintendent who communicates clearly and consistently — but just as importantly, someone who listens," said Dr. Pamela Jones, who identified herself as a Greensville County resident, school employee, parent and grandparent. Jones also urged integrity and ethics, saying a principled leader fosters trust across the division.

Moline Wall, a GCPS alumna and founder of 101 Poodles for Heaven, praised the acting superintendent’s classroom visibility and suggested the district consider animal-assisted therapy as a low-cost support for students’ mental health and literacy. Wall said she surveyed 32 community members and reported unanimous support among respondents for pet-therapy events in schools. "If it's working for them, what's stopping us?" Wall asked the board.

Other commenters urged servant leadership, fairness, and a unitive (rather than punitive) approach to discipline. Marva J. Dunn, speaking from long experience in multiple district roles, recommended a leader who brings people together while holding staff and students accountable. A former employee, Janelle Robinson, emphasized reliance on data, best practices and collaboration rather than micromanagement.

Board Chair Jesse thanked speakers and closed the public hearing, saying the board will share updates during the recruitment process. The hearing was one step in the board’s required process under state rules for interviewing and recommending a permanent superintendent.

The board reconvened regular business after the hearing. No interviews or candidate rankings occurred during the public comment session; those steps occur later in the process described by the board.