pam.nutt@henry.k12.ga.us
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Dr. Pam Nutt is the longest-serving member of the Henry County Board of Education.  Her tenure spans 24 years on the board.  She is a native of Henry County and graduated from Henry County High School in 1977.  She holds a bachelor's degree and a doctorate from Mercer University, while also holding a master's degree from Georgia College and State University and a specialist degree from the University of West Georgia.

She is a veteran educator having served 27 years in the classroom both as a media specialist, science teacher, and special needs teacher.  She ran for a seat on the board of education because she believed that a practicing teacher brings a different perspective to educate our children.  She also believes that you never stop learning.  She wants to instill in people that anyone can achieve the highest levels of growth as she did by attaining her doctoral degree.  Nutt is proud of each and every employee that comes to work to educate children.  Without dedicated employees, Henry County Schools would not exist.  She's also proud of the students that persist in obtaining an education and live as a working member of society.

She is the proud mother of three children, all HCS graduates, and a proud grandmother to eight grandchildren, too, with one more on the way.

Represents the following schools:

Hampton cluster:
Hampton ES, Mt. Carmel ES, Rocky Creek ES*, Hampton MS*, Hampton HS*
Locust Grove cluster:
Locust Grove ES*, Unity Grove ES*, Locust Grove MS*, Locust Grove HS*
Luella cluster:
Bethlehem ES*, Luella ES*, Luella MS*, Luella HS*
McDonough cluster:
Tussahaw ES*, McDonough MS, McDonough HS
Ola cluster:
New Hope ES*, Ola ES, Rock Spring ES*, Ola MS, Ola HS

HCS Board Member since January 1, 1997

Term ends December 31, 2024

annette.edwards@henry.k12.ga.us
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Chair Annette Edwards is a retired educator serving the constituents of District 2 on the Henry County Board of Education.  Her experience of over 30 years in the classroom provides her with a unique perspective to serve the students and families in the northern section of the county.  Originally from Hollywood, Florida, Edwards earned a bachelor's degree from Florida Memorial College, a master's degree from Nova University, and a specialist degree from Clark Atlanta University.  

She saw the opportunity to run for a post on the school board as a way to broaden her reach to serve students and families in her district.  She wants to be an advocate for students to make sure they are afforded the education and success they deserve.  She is proud of the many accomplishments that have been realized during her time on the board through service to the community.  This includes the construction of a new performing arts center in the northern part of the county, the expansion of the Academy for Advanced Studies, and the increases in student achievement.  She is also most proud of serving beside the other board members.  Collectively, the board is focused on student achievement and educating the 43,000 students enrolled in HCS.  

She is retired, but actively involved in volunteering in the community.  Mrs. Edwards survives her husband Eugene, and has two adult children - Dr. Michael E. Edwards and Monique S. Edwards.

Represents the following schools:

Dutchtown cluster:
Dutchtown ES, Pate's Creek ES, Red Oak ES*, Dutchtown MS, Dutchtown HS
Stockbridge cluster:
Austin Road ES*, Cotton Indian ES*, Fairview ES*, Smith-Barnes ES, Stockbridge ES, Austin Road MS*, Stockbridge MS*, Stockbridge HS*
Woodland cluster:
Woodland ES, Woodland MS, Woodland HS

HCS Board Member since January 1, 2015

Term ends December 31, 2026

holly.cobb@henry.k12.ga.us
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Holly Cobb was born and raised in Henry County.  She graduated from Henry County High School in 1988 and continued her education at the University of Georgia.  After earning her BBA in Business Management in 1992, she started a career with Norfolk Southern.  She and her husband Wes welcomed their first child Mallory in 1996 at which point she committed to being a full-time mother to raise her family and devote her time to being heavily involved in volunteering for her church and throughout the community.

She ran for the Henry County Board of Education to try and make a difference in the community and provide teachers with the resources they need to educate children.  Cobb follows in the footsteps of her father who also served on the school board years ago.  She is most proud of the amazing employees in the district and how hard they work every day for students.  She is excited about the future of Henry County Schools and believes that great things are ahead.  

She and her husband Wes have three children - Mallory, Madison, and Chad.

Represents the following schools:

Eagle's Landing cluster:
Eagle's Landing MS, Eagle's Landing HS
McDonough cluster: 
Tussahaw ES, Walnut Creek ES*, McDonough MS*, McDonough HS*
Ola cluster:
New Hope ES, Ola ES*, Rock Spring ES, Ola MS*, Ola HS*
Stockbridge cluster:
Cotton Indian ES, Stockbridge MS, Stockbridge HS
Union Grove cluster:
East Lake ES*, Hickory Flat ES, Timber Ridge ES*, Union Grove MS*, Union Grove HS*
Woodland cluster:
Pleasant Grove ES*, Woodland ES*, Woodland MS*, Woodland HS*

HCS Board Member since January 1, 2017

Term ends December 31, 2024

sophe.pope@henry.k12.ga.us
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Vice Chair Sophe Pope is a native of Henry County and a 2005 graduate of Union Grove High School.  After obtaining her post-secondary degrees, Pope returned to her high school alma to teach Spanish.  Upon the arrival of her first daughter, Pope made the switch to being a full-time mom.  She also used this time to volunteer and lead the children's ministries at McDonough Presbyterian Church.

Pope's familiarity with public education and a desire to support children and the community were key factors in her decision to run for a spot on the school board.  A blend of passion and experience is what she uses to serve her constituents.  With her first child set to enter school in the district, she brings a unique perspective to the board as being a former teacher, a graduate, and now a parent of an HCS student.  She is proud of the employees in the system and their outstanding work toward helping students achieve at the highest levels.

She and her husband Dusty are the proud parents of four daughters - Ellie Ann, Mamie Cole, Hazel Lane, and Gladie Pearl.

Represents the following schools:

Dutchtown cluster:
Pate's Creek ES*, Red Oak ES, Dutchtown MS, Dutchtown HS
Eagle's Landing cluster: 
Flippen ES*, Oakland ES, Eagle's Landing MS*, Eagle's Landing HS*
McDonough cluster:
Walnut Creek ES, Wesley Lakes ES*, McDonough MS, McDonough HS
Stockbridge cluster:
Cotton Indian ES, Smith-Barnes ES*, Stockbridge ES*, Stockbridge MS, Stockbridge HS
Union Grove cluster:
East Lake ES, Hickory Flat ES*, Union Grove MS, Union Grove HS
Woodland cluster:
Pleasant Grove ES, Woodland ES, Woodland MS, Woodland HS

HCS Board Member since January 14, 2019

Term ends December 31, 2026

makenzie.mcdaniel@henry.k12.ga.us

Mr. Makenzie McDaniel was born and raised in DeKalb County.  He is a 2003 graduate of Chamblee High School.  Upon graduating from high school, Mr. McDaniel honorably served 12 years in the Army Reserve achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his time in the Armed Forces, Mr. McDaniel deployed to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom.  While serving in the military, Mr. McDaniel served as a DeKalb County police officer for 8 years achieving the rank of Master Police Officer.  He is an ordained Elder in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and pastors the Trinity CME Church, Gainesville, GA.   

In seeking public service to his community, Mr. McDaniel’s motivation on running for the Board of Education is to increase community engagement and awareness, a voice for the silenced, a catalyst of positive change and increased accountability and engagement.  Mr. McDaniel’s favorite quote and guiding principle in serving his community is that of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter”.

Mr. McDaniel is the proud and humble husband of 14 years to Mrs. Tameika McDaniel.  Together they have four children, two at Luella Middle and two at Luella Elementary Schools. He has earned a Bachelor of Science in Management and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Phoenix. Mr. McDaniel is also a member of the University of Phoenix, National Society of Leadership and Success, Sigma Alpha Pi Chapter.

Represents the following schools:

Dutchtown cluster:
Dutchtown ES*, Pate's Creek ES*, Dutchtown MS*, Dutchtown HS*
Eagle's Landing cluster:
Oakland ES*, Eagle's Landing MS, Eagle's Landing HS
Hampton cluster:
Hampton ES*, Mt. Carmel ES*, Rocky Creek ES, Hampton MS, Hampton HS
Locust Grove cluster:
Locust Grove MS, Locust Grove HS
Luella cluster:
Luella ES, Luella MS, Luella HS
McDonough cluster:
Tussahaw ES, Wesley Lakes ES, McDonough MS, McDonough HS
Ola cluster:
New Hope ES, Ola MS, Ola HS

HCS Board Member since January 6, 2021

Term ends December 31, 2024

Superintendent

maryelizabeth.davis@henry.k12.ga.us