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Newton County parent. National education strategist.
Ready to serve District 5 with the experience, vision, and community roots it deserves.
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ACCESS
- •Every student connected to college and career pathways that match their strengths and future goals
- •Schools where every child feels safe and supported with the resources for academic success
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ACCOUNTABILITY
- •School wide academic progress, yearly budgets and district outcomes shared openly with families and stakeholders
- •Report and discuss the school system goals so the community can hold the school board accountable
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ACTION
- •Championing our successes while improving areas of need with the goal of always keeping students at the center
- •Decisions driven by the core practice of doing what is best for kids, not politics
Who Is Dr. Phyall?
- •Newton County resident since 2006 — helped open Alcovy High School that same year
- •Parent with children currently enrolled in Newton County Schools
- •20+ years in K–12 education, from classroom teacher to national strategist
- •Doctor of Education in Digital Transformation — deeply grounded in how learning works
- •Director of Professional Learning & Leadership, All4Ed / Future Ready Schools
- •Advises school districts nationwide on equity, technology, and student outcomes
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“Our schools are the foundation of our community. Every child — regardless of zip code or circumstance — deserves a world-class education and a board that fights to make that a reality.”
— Dr. Adam Phyall, District 5 Candidate
Why He’s Running
- •Sees Newton County Schools as positioned to become a model for excellent, equitable education — and wants to help lead that transformation
- •Literacy gaps, teacher retention, and community trust require urgent, experienced leadership
- •Unique ability to bridge the classroom, the boardroom, and the community
- •His family is here. His investment is personal — not political
What Makes Him Different
- •The only candidate with Classroom experience, District-level leadership, and National-level leadership
- •Cross-district perspective from working with hundreds of schools across the country
- •20+ years of expertise in education technology, curriculum, and policy
- •Proven track record of results — not just intentions
Experience & Leadership
- •Director of Professional Learning & Leadership, All4Ed / Future Ready Schools (2022–present)
- •Member-at-Large, Board of Directors — ISTE+ASCD National Education Organization (2022–present)
- •Director of Technology & Media Services, Newton County Schools (2016–2022)
- •Director of Instructional Technology, Hickman Mills C-1 (2013–2016)
- •Title I Technical Data Facilitator, Newton County Schools (2010–2013)
- •Alcovy High School Science Teacher (2006–2010)
- •Riverdale High School Science Teacher (2002–2006)
Education
- •Doctor of Education in Digital Transformation (Ed.D.)
- •Specialist in Education (Ed.S.)
- •Master of Science in Education
- •Bachelor’s in General Science Education
Credentials & Recognitions
- •Published Author
- •100 Influencers in EdTech (2026–2027)
- •District Administration Top 100 Educational Leaders (2025)
- •EdTech Top 30 K–12 Influencers (2020 & 2024)
- •Tech & Learning Best Implementation of Digital Curriculum — Newton County Schools (2022)
- •Future Ready Schools Technology Leaders Lead Advisor (since 2017)
- •Teacher of the Year — Alcovy High School (2009)
Community Involvement
- •Newton County Library System — Board Member. Supporting literacy, learning, and community access to knowledge.
- •Covington YMCA — Board Member. Invested in youth development, health, and family wellness.
- •Springfield Baptist Church — Active member of Newton County’s faith community.
- •Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated — Lifetime Member. Brotherhood, service, and civic engagement.
National Impact, Local Heart
- •Works with hundreds of school districts nationwide — and brings the best of those lessons back home to Newton County
- •At national conferences, he regularly talks about what makes Newton County special: the community fabric, parent involvement, dedicated educators
- •He didn’t end up here by accident. His family chose Newton County in 2006. That choice still defines everything he does.
Primary Election
May 19, 2026
Early Voting
April 17 – May 15, 2026
Early Voting Locations
Turner Lake Building
6185 Turner Lake Rd, Covington
Prospect Church at Oak Hill
6752 GA Hwy 212, Covington
Hours
Mon – Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
(May 13–15 extended until 7:00 pm)
Saturdays May 2 & May 9: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
(Turner Lake only)
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