HomeLocal NewsDixon Shares Regretful Resignation After Two DecadesDixon Shares Regretful Resignation After Two DecadesTue, November 22, 2022 by WROY-WRUL News Mr. Newell and Carmi Unit #5 Board of Education,Serving the students, staff, and families of Carmi-White County Unit #5 has been one of the greatest joys of my career. I’m thankful for the opportunity to lead within the district in which I attended, raised my family, and devoted my professional and personal life.I have had the great fortune to work alongside and learn from some incredible educational leaders. I have also been blessed to lead an incredible staff, including those whom I worked most closely at Jefferson and Lincoln Schools. Carmi is a lucky district to employ professionals who truly care about children. As we know, it is never about one person, but the entire team of individuals, families, and community members who come together to make students successful.Though it was never my intention to leave Carmi, I have been offered a professional opportunity that will allow me to learn, grow, and share my skill set in leading a different district. Because I have learned throughout my experiences at the state and national levels that kids everywhere are truly “our kids,” l’m super excited for this opportunity and the next chapter of my professional career. I have committed to leading Harrisburg Unit District #3 beginning January 1, 2023.I want to thank the numerous students, staff, community members, friends, and colleagues who have supported me throughout my career and especially the past few months. I’m proud of the work that has been accomplished over the past 20 years and will cherish those experiences as I resign from the district as principal and director of instruction effective December 31, 2022. Sincerely,Dr. Amy L. DixonSHARE NOWShare This Page