April Brand will serve as the district’s Secondary School Coordinator after being approved for the position by the Shelby County Board of Education. In this role, Ms. Brand will ensure that secondary schools in Shelby County provide middle and high school students with quality educational experiences and instruction.

Ms. Brand has over 25 years of experience in public education and currently serves as the Principal at Helena High School. 

Ms. Brand earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Secondary Education from Jacksonville State University. She also earned certification in Instructional Leadership and an Educational Specialist Degree in Instructional Leadership at Samford University.