New Board of Education Members Sworn In

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MOULTRIE, GA  - January 2, 2025 –  Judge Wes Lewis performed the swearing-in ceremony for incoming Colquitt County Board of Education Board Members Beth Cannon, Matthew Clifton, and Brad Gregory on December 19, 2024.  Their terms officially began on January 1, 2025. 

Beth Cannon ran unopposed for District 6.  Mrs. Cannon was born and raised in Colquitt County, where she is currently employed as a registered nurse at Colquitt Regional Medical Center – Home Health Services.  She is a graduate of Colquitt County High School.  She attended Presbyterian College after graduation, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Medical College of Georgia.  Mrs. Cannon has served her community through the Moultrie Junior Woman's Club, the Moultrie Service League, the Backpacks for Hope program, and R.B. Wright Elementary PTO.  She looks forward to serving on the Serenity House Board in January 2025.  Mrs. Cannon shared, "I am honored by the opportunity to serve the students, staff, and taxpayers of the Colquitt County School District and will strive each day to ensure the success of our students."  Beth is married to Chas Cannon, also of Moultrie, and they are the proud parents of Catherine (14) and Allie (13).  They are members of the First Presbyterian Church.

Matthew Clifton was elected to represent District 3.  Mr. Clifton is the Vice President of Operations/Ancillary Services at Colquitt Regional Medical Center.  He is a graduate of Colquitt County High School.  After high school, he attended the University of Georgia and received his Doctor of Pharmacy.  He served as a Clinical Pharmacist for nine years before being promoted to Director of Pharmacy for Colquitt Regional and moving into his current role in 2023.  He serves on various community boards and committees, including Archway and the Colquitt County Career Achievement Award.  Mr. Clifton shared, "I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to serve my district.  I am encouraged by the work of the entire school district over the last few years and look forward to joining in that work.  I am excited to join a board where I can advocate for our children, employees, and families." Mr. Clifton is married to Christine, and they have four children: Lyla (16), Reese (13), Maggie (10), and Harper (3). 

Brad Gregory was elected to represent District 2.  Dr. Gregory is a Colquitt County High School graduate and former educator who spent over 20 years in the Colquitt County School District before moving to the private sector.  He serves on the Board of Directors for the Moultrie Colquitt County Recreation Authority and is President of the Board for Moss Farms Diving.  He received his bachelor's degree in Business from Mercer University, his master's degree in Educational Leadership from Albany State University, and his doctorate in Education Leadership from Walden University.  He shared, "I am excited to continue my support of teachers and students as a member of the Board of Education.  Our employees and families deserve great leadership who fully support our teachers as they create meaningful learning experiences for our students." He is married to Ivie, and they have five children: Case (20), Trip (18), Tuck (17), Beck (13), and Amelia (12).  They are members of Norman Park First Baptist Church.

The Board of Education meets monthly for a work session at 5:30 p.m. and a regular board meeting at 6:30 p.m.  A listing of board meeting dates can be found at www.colquitt.k12.ga.us.