New Principal for Shiloh Middle School

Eli Welch, a professor at Argosy University, will soon take over as principal for .

The Gwinnett County Board of Education approved Welch as the new lead administrator at Shiloh Middle School during its recent monthly meeting.

In addition to being a college professor, Welch also is a principal at Westside Middle School in Winder, Ga. He has more than a decade of professional experience in education.

Welch replaces Eric Parker, who was recently appointed as principal at . Gwen Tatum, former principal for Shiloh High, left the school to be an area superintendent in the district.

Welch Professional Background:

• Education professor, Argosy University, 2008 to present
• Principal, Westside Middle School in Winder, Ga., 2003 to present
• Principal/Athletics Director, Selma High School in Selma, Ala., 2001-2003
• Mathematics teacher, Cloverdale Junior High in Montgomery, Ala., 1997-2001
• Program Coordinator, Extended Day School in Montgomery, Ala., 1998-2000

Welch Education Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science – Alabama State University
• Master’s degree in mathematics education – Alabama State University
• Master’s degree in educational administration – Alabama State University
• Specialist’s degree in educational administration – Alabama State University
• Specialist’s degree in educational leadership – Argosy University
• Doctoral degree in educational leadership – Argosy University