Superintendent Ronald E. Gregory, left, listens as Archie Taylor reads a proclamation from the Vance County Board of Commissioners.
The Vance County Board of Education and Vance County Schools honored retiring Superintendent Ronald E. Gregory at a reception on June 18, in the cafeteria at Northern Vance High School.
Gregory is retiring June 30 after 52 years in education, with the last 48 years in Vance County. He has served as superintendent since August of 2011.
Gregory talks with Wil McLean, executive director of Human Resources and Finance for Vance County Schools, center, and Jerome Watson, a retired assistant principal from Vance County Schools.
Approximately 200 co-workers, friends and family members came together to recognize his many achievements in serving Vance County
students and employees.
Gloria J. White, chairperson of the board, led the recognitions, which included the presentation of a rocking chair with the school system’s seal, a commemorative plaque and several gifts for his enjoyment during retirement. Archie Taylor, chairman of the Vance County Board of Commissioners, presented Gregory with a framed proclamation praising his service.