Following the April Board of Trustees meeting, Jennifer Uldrick was announced as the new principal at Merrywood Elementary School.
Uldrick currently serves as assistant principal at Pinecrest Elementary School, a position she has held for the last year. Prior to working at Pinecrest, Uldrick served as a K5 teacher at Hodges Elementary during the 2024 - 2025 school year. During her 20 years in education, Uldrick has worked as a principal, assistant principal, instructional coach, and teacher.
“It is a privilege to join the Merrywood community,” Uldrick said. “I am honored and excited to lead a school with such a rich tradition of excellence. I look forward to serving alongside an exceptional school staff as we continue to support, inspire, and grow every student.”
Uldrick graduated from Clemson University and earned a Bachelor's degree in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management. She obtained her Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Georgia Southern University and an Educational Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University. She earned Tier I and Tier II certification in Educational Leadership at the University of West Georgia.
“Mrs. Uldrick is a dedicated and student-centered leader who understands the importance of building positive relationships with students and staff to create a successful school community,” said Superintendent Shane Goodwin. “We look forward to the impact she will make in this new role as principal of Merrywood.”
Uldrick will assume leadership at Merrywood following the departure of current principal Brian Perrin, who will transition into the role of principal at Westview Middle School next school year.
The district will announce plans for the Assistant Principal position at Pinecrest at a later date.