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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
Hear directly from Dr. Phyall about his vision for Newton County Schools, his background as an educator, and why he's running to serve District 5.
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.
General Election
November 3, 2026
Early Voting Begins
October 13, 2026
Early voting locations and hours will be announced closer to the election.
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