Opelika City Schools names new superintendent

Dr. Kevin Davis is the new superintendent of Opelika City Schools./Courtesy: Opelika City Schools

The Opelika City Schools Board of Education has chosen its new superintendent.

The board says Dr. Kevin Davis will take over the new role starting July 1.

Dr. Davis currently serves as Principal of Muscle Shoals High School in Muscle Shoals and brings more than 20 years of experience in public education. Throughout his career, he has served as a coach, teacher, assistant principal, athletic director, and principal, earning a reputation as a collaborative leader and student-centered educator. In 2024, he was named the CLAS District 7A North High School Principal of the Year and currently serves as President of CLAS District 7A, demonstrating his ongoing leadership within Alabama’s education community.

Dr. Davis holds a Bachelor of Science in sociology and education, a Master of Arts in education, an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in instructional leadership, and a Doctor of Education (Ed. D.) in educational leadership. He also earned his superintendent certification through the University of Alabama and the Alabama State Department of Education.

Dr. Davis and his wife, Amanda, have two children, Grace (25) and Shelton (20).

The Opelika City Schools Board of Education says it will announce details for a community meet and greet in the coming weeks to formally introduce Dr. Davis.