{"id":37229,"date":"2026-03-13T16:24:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T20:24:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hallco.org\/web\/?p=37229"},"modified":"2026-03-13T16:28:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T20:28:06","slug":"christy-hastings-selected-as-next-principal-of-east-hall-middle-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hallco.org\/web\/christy-hastings-selected-as-next-principal-of-east-hall-middle-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Christy Hastings Selected as Next Principal of East Hall Middle School"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mmpcgkxi-1b4b38e827d67da160b98e05f49a89b0\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-mmpcgkxi-1b4b38e827d67da160b98e05f49a89b0{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-mmpcgkxi-1b4b38e827d67da160b98e05f49a89b0 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mmpcgkxi-1b4b38e827d67da160b98e05f49a89b0 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-mmpcgkxi-1b4b38e827d67da160b98e05f49a89b0 av-special-heading-h2  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  >Christy Hastings Selected as Next Principal of East Hall Middle School<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='hr av-av_hr-1a475ae6c72fb237a23639952bb168ae hr-default  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-mmpcg10b-0c4721ed623debcee58a7a8615b5be7d '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-37230 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" width=\"175\" height=\"261\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hallco.org\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Christy-Hastings.jpg\">Superintendent Will Schofield announced today his intent to recommend Dr. Christy Hastings as the next Principal of East Hall Middle School. The recommendation will be made Monday, March 23, 2026, at the scheduled board meeting. Hastings, who has been East Hall Middle School\u2019s Assistant Principal since 2021, will replace current Principal, Dr. Jamie Hitzges, who will transition to a new position in another school district at the end of the school year.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is with a profound sense of honor and humility that I step into the role of Principal at East Hall Middle School,\u201d said Hastings. \u201cHaving served this community for several years as Assistant Principal, I have seen firsthand the incredible spirit that defines our &#8220;Viking&#8221; family. This school is more than just a building; it is a vibrant center of growth, and being chosen to lead it is a privilege I do not take lightly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEast Hall Middle is a special place where tradition meets a forward-thinking commitment to excellence. I am constantly inspired by the dedication of our educators, the resilience of our students, and the unwavering support of our families. We will continue to build a foundation of academic rigor and high engagement that allows every student to find their voice and their path.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur focus will be to foster a culture of high expectations and joyful learning, ensuring that every student who enters our doors feels seen, challenged, and supported.\u00a0 Thank you for entrusting me with the opportunity to serve our students and staff in this new capacity.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Hastings brings 24 years of experience to East Hall Middle School, having served as an elementary and middle school classroom teacher. She has extensive experience at the middle school level, where she has served as an Assistant Administrator in the Forsyth County School System and an Assistant Principal in Hall County.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cChristy Hastings is a strong instructional leader who understands what high-quality teaching and learning look like in the classroom,\u201d said Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Suzanne Jarrard. \u201cShe is an accomplished educator herself, which is evident in the meaningful professional learning she consistently provides for her staff. Because much of her career has been centered in middle schools, she also has a deep understanding of the unique developmental needs of adolescent learners. Most importantly, Christy is a builder of relationships. Her experience at East Hall will allow her to hit the ground running and continue moving the school forward.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Hastings holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Liberty University. 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