April 29, 2026
The Rockingham County Schools Board of Education has approved the appointment of a new administrator, naming Jennifer Poe as Coordinator of Teacher Support, effective July 1, 2026.
A graduate of Rockingham County Schools, Poe brings 25 years of experience in education as a teacher, instructional coach, and school administrator. She began her career with Guilford County Schools in 2001 and transitioned into school leadership in 2017. Since then, she has served as an assistant principal at both the elementary and middle school levels. Most recently, she served as assistant principal at Bethany Elementary School before being named principal of Lincoln Elementary School in March 2024.
Poe is a highly effective school leader with nine years of administrative experience and a proven record of meeting or exceeding academic growth each year. Under her leadership, Lincoln Elementary exceeded expected growth for a third consecutive year, met or exceeded growth across all student subgroups, and improved its North Carolina Report Card grade to a B. This success reflects her strong focus on high-quality instructional practices, consistent feedback and support for teachers, and a commitment to fostering a positive, student-centered school culture.
“I am honored to continue serving and supporting the teachers of Rockingham County Schools,” Poe said. “I understand the importance of building teacher capacity, supporting beginning teachers, retaining teachers, strengthening instructional practices, and increasing student achievement. I am committed to providing strong instructional leadership and targeted support that empowers teachers to grow in their practice and positively impact students across our county.”
A graduate of Rockingham County Schools, Poe brings 25 years of experience in education as a teacher, instructional coach, and school administrator. She began her career with Guilford County Schools in 2001 and transitioned into school leadership in 2017. Since then, she has served as an assistant principal at both the elementary and middle school levels. Most recently, she served as assistant principal at Bethany Elementary School before being named principal of Lincoln Elementary School in March 2024.
Poe is a highly effective school leader with nine years of administrative experience and a proven record of meeting or exceeding academic growth each year. Under her leadership, Lincoln Elementary exceeded expected growth for a third consecutive year, met or exceeded growth across all student subgroups, and improved its North Carolina Report Card grade to a B. This success reflects her strong focus on high-quality instructional practices, consistent feedback and support for teachers, and a commitment to fostering a positive, student-centered school culture.
“I am honored to continue serving and supporting the teachers of Rockingham County Schools,” Poe said. “I understand the importance of building teacher capacity, supporting beginning teachers, retaining teachers, strengthening instructional practices, and increasing student achievement. I am committed to providing strong instructional leadership and targeted support that empowers teachers to grow in their practice and positively impact students across our county.”