After a national search and extensive interview process, the North Franklin School District Board of Directors is excited to announce Mr. Brian Moore has been selected as the next superintendent of North Franklin School District, effective July 1, 2024.

Brian is currently serving as the Assistant Superintendent at the Richland School District, a position he has held since 2018.  Brian brings with him over 25 years of diverse experience spanning roles such as teacher, coach, principal, and mentor. Over the past six years at Richland, Brian has demonstrated his leadership ability across various domains, including instructional leadership, special education, early childhood education, principal supervision, English language learners, school finance, and positive behavior management. Prior to his position as assistant superintendent, Brian served as the principal of Marcus Whitman Elementary in the Richland School District and Franklin Elementary in the Pullman School District, where his involvement in district-level leadership was substantial and impactful. His journey in education commenced in the Puyallup School District as an elementary teacher and high school coach. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Education degree at Central Washington University in 1995 and later earned his Master's degree in Educational Leadership from City University (Tacoma) in 2004. Brian's extensive experience across various educational roles underscores his commitment to fostering student achievement and promoting educational excellence for all students. 

“We want to thank all of the administrators, staff, community and students who took the time to help us with this decision,” says Board Chair Terry Utecht.  “Northwest Leadership Associates provided us with top-notch candidates.  We had great feedback and are confident that Brian Moore is an excellent choice for our schools and our community.”

Please join us in welcoming Brian Moore as the superintendent of North Franklin School District.