The Hall County School District announced today the retirement of Jeff Cooper, Principal of East Hall High School, effective at the conclusion of the 2024-2025 school year. Cooper, an alumni of East hall High School, has been with the Hall County School District for almost 35 years, serving as teacher, coach, assistant principal, and principal. He has been the Principal at East Hall High School for an impressive 18 years.

“Jeff Cooper has been a cornerstone of the East Hall community for decades, and his impact is immeasurable,” said Superintendent Will Schofield. “His wisdom, compassion, fairness, and dedication to building relationships have earned him the respect of students, families, and colleagues alike. Jeff’s legacy will be felt for generations to come, and while we will deeply miss his presence in our schools, we wish him the very best as he enters this new chapter of life.”

“I am so thankful for the opportunities provided to me from the leadership of the Hall County School district over the last 34 years, said Cooper. “In my mind, I have been given some of the greatest opportunities possible, from being hired to teach and coach in the very same High School from which I graduated–followed by the opportunity to serve as an Assistant Principal at East Hall Middle School and then Principal of my Alma Mater.  These years are truly special to me because I have been able to serve the community that served me so well as a student.  It was the influence of the educators at East Hall High School that led me to the path of education.”

The district is grateful for Cooper’s service and wishes him well.