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Williamson County School District names interim director as superintendent steps down
By Jessica Genader at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Dr. Leigh Webb will serve as the Williamson County School District's Interim Director of Schools beginning July 15, the school board approved during a meeting Monday evening.Webb, currently the district's Assistant Superintendent, will take over for Superintendent Jason Golden, who announced he i...
Key takeaway Leigh Webb will serve as the Williamson County School District's Interim Director of Schools beginning July 15, the school board approved during a meeting Monday evening.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The transition in leadership at the Williamson County School District comes at a critical time for local education, with the new school year just around the corner. As Dr. Leigh Webb takes the reins as Interim Director of Schools, the district will be watching closely to see how she navigates the challenges of leading a large and growing school system. The fact that Webb is already familiar with the district, having served as Assistant Superintendent, should provide some continuity and stability during this period of transition. The school board's decision to have Webb serve in the interim role through October 5 gives them a few months to conduct a thorough search for a permanent superintendent, which will be crucial in shaping the district's long-term direction. With Superintendent Jason Golden's departure to the Franklin Special District, the district will also be losing a leader who has made significant decisions and sacrifices, and it remains to be seen how his legacy will be built upon or changed by his successor.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Dr. Leigh Webb will serve as the Williamson County School District's Interim Director of Schools beginning July 15, the school board approved during a meeting Monday evening.Webb, currently the district's Assistant Superintendent, will take over for Superintendent Jason Golden, who announced he i...
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