Change In Principal Announced At East Alexander Middle School

With classes scheduled to begin in less than a week, Andy Berry has been named interim principal at East Alexander Middle School. The search is underway for a permanent lead administrator for the school, according to a press release from Alexander County Schools. Berry replaces Kristie Love who is stepping away due to personal reasons.

Mr. Berry has worked with Alexander County Schools since October of 2020 as a behavior specialist. Beforehand, he worked for 24 years in Caldwell County Schools including 15 years as a principal at an elementary school.

Berry is licensed as both a school social worker and school administrator with a bachelors in gerontology from Wichita State University, a masters in social work from UNC-Chapel Hill, and a masters degree in administration from Appalachian State University.

Berry issued a statement Tuesday

“I look forward to serving as interim principal in the coming weeks at EAMS. We have wonderful staff, students, and families.”

“Many thanks for the kindness and well wishes extended to Mrs. Love. Her work and dedication to the school is much appreciated.”