Veteran teacher and administrator Dawn Parton has been selected as Principal of Unity School beginning with the 2026-2027 School Year.
With more than 25 years of experience in education, leadership, curriculum development, and student achievement, Dawn brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to serving students, staff, and their families. As principal, Parton is committed to fostering a positive school culture, supporting high-quality instruction, and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Mrs. Parton has served as Curriculum Coordinator and Assistant Principal at Blanche School since 2011, where she has led professional development initiatives, coordinated state and district testing, supervised PreK-8 Instructional Programs, analyzed student achievement data to support student success, and been involved in school operations. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her dedication to educational excellence and instructional leadership.
Before her work at Blanche School, Parton served as Supervisor of Teaching and Learning for Moore County Schools and as Curriculum Coordinator/Assistant Principal at Stone Bridge Academy. She began her educational career as an Agriculture Instructor and FFA Advisor at Lincoln County High School, where she was named Lincoln County Teacher of the Year in 2008. She was also recognized as the Tennessee Young Agriculture Teacher of the Year in 2004 and led a nationally recognized agricultural education program.
Mrs. Parton holds an Educational Specialist Degree in Curriculum from Middle Tennessee State University, a Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision from Tennessee State University, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Plant and Soil Science with a minor in Secondary Education from Middle Tennessee State University.
A lifelong advocate for students and public education, Parton is especially honored to join the Unity School family because of her personal connection to the school.
“I am incredibly excited and humbled to begin this new chapter as principal of Unity School,” said Parton. “Unity has always held a special place in my heart because all three of my children attended school here. The teachers, staff, and community helped shape them into the successful and caring adults they are today. I look forward to working alongside our faculty, students, parents, and community members as we continue building on Unity’s tradition of excellence.”
Parton is married to Brad Parton, and together they have three adult children: Baylee Parton, Aubrey Malone, and Dylan Malone.
Home of the Lions, Unity School is a Pre-K through 8th-grade school serving approximately 430 students, combining high academic standards with a supportive, family-like environment. Recognized for its dedicated faculty and favorable student-teacher ratio, Unity School, and Mrs. Parton, are committed to providing a high-quality, well-rounded education that prepares students for future academic and personal success.
The Unity School community welcomes Dawn Parton and looks forward to her leadership in the years ahead!