Welcome to the Sumter County Public School District
Dr. Anthony L. Gardner
Superintendent
F.N. Building-Central Office
P.O. Box 10 Hwy 28 Country Club Rd.
Livingston, Alabama 35470
205-652-9605-FAX 205-652-9641
As we move with a thankful heart into the 2022-2023 school year, I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve the students, faculty, and staff of Sumter County Schools. Although the last two years have been extremely challenging for us as a community and a school district, we have persevered and when it is all said and done we will have emerged better, stronger, and wiser. I am extremely grateful to the Sumter County Board of Education members for their support as well as those of you in the community at large who have prayed, expressed words of encouragement, and supported my administration during the challenging times we have experienced.
Furthermore, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, we were extremely excited about the gains made in improving our academic standing as reported on the ALSDE report card. However, the past two years have delivered a few setbacks; but, I have confidence in the abilities of our students, faculty, and staff to dig deep and recover any academic losses and even show additional gains in our academic performance.
Additionally, as we continue in our belief that “Service Is Sovereignty”, we realize that what we do matters, and how we do it is equally as important as what we do. As a school district, we are acknowledging that we are here to serve others; and, as your superintendent, I am committed to improving district operations, paying close attention to details, and initiating transparency and honesty while communicating with all stakeholders.
Finally, as we strive to strengthen the character, reputation, and trust in Sumter County Public Schools, I am reminded of this quote: “Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved.” Hellen Keller
Always remember that in Sumter County Public Schools,
SUCCESS IS THE ONLY OPTION!
