Assistant Principals

Mr. Jason Self, Assistant Principal

- Rome High School: Class of 1993
- Jacksonville State University: Bachelor of Science in Education (Kinesiology)
- Jacksonville State University: Master of Science in Education (Kinesiology)
- Jacksonville State University: Educational Specialist (Kinesiology)
- Berry College: Educational Specialist (Educational Leadership)
- Reinhardt University Public Safety Institute: (Georgia P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Certification)
- Reinhardt University: Associate of Science (Criminal Justice)
- Jacksonville State University: Master of Science (Emergency Management)

 Biography:

This is my 26th year working in public education as a teacher, coach, athletics director, assistant
principal, and district-level administrator. I am excited to continue serving as part of the fabric of the
Lindale Community and the Pepperell Dragon Family!

I attended West Rome High School and graduated as a member of Rome High School’s Charter
Class where I lettered in Football, Golf, and Track & Field. I earned a Bachelor of Science in
Education, a Master of Science in Education, a Master of Science in Emergency Management, and
an Educational Specialist from Jacksonville State University. I have also earned an Associate of
Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Reinhardt University and an Educational Specialist in
Educational Leadership from Berry College.

I am a graduate of Reinhardt University’s Public Safety Institute, a Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace
Officer, and serve as a Police Officer with the Rome Police Department. It is my privilege to serve
Pepperell Middle School and help Floyd County Schools foster community success.

GO DRAGONS!

My Why Statement: Foster safe schools and promote student success.

Mr. Russ Burnett, Assistant Principal

Educational Background: 

- Coosa High School, Class of 2001
-  Shorter College, Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Leisure
- University of West Georgia, Master of Education in Special Education
- University of West Georgia, Educational Specialist in Special Education

Biography:

I am beginning my 16th year in education.  I spent the first 14 years of my career as an elementary and middle school special education teacher in Paulding and Floyd Counties. This will be my first year as an administrator and I look forward to serving the students and families of the Pepperell community. I also serve as the boys soccer coach at PMS.   

My Why: To inspire curiosity and kindness.