McClung, new superintendent

On second ballot, Escambia County board taps Mobile educator to lead school system

Following two rounds of voting Friday afternoon, the Escambia County (Ala.) School Board selected Michelle M. McClung as the next superintendent to replace the retiring John Knott.

"I'm very excited and elated about this opportunity," McClung said Tuesday. "It's a great opportunity to work with teachers and principals at the schools for the betterment of the students."

McClung currently serves as the director of teaching, learning and assessment for the Mobile County Public Schools' Board of Education.

She received her bachelor's degree in elementary education and her master's degree in K-1...