Meet Robert Poole: Ashdown Public Schools' New Superintendent

Ashdown Public Schools officially has a new superintendent, Robert Poole was voted in by the Ashdown School Board to assume his new role on July 1. 2025.

New Superintendent Hired For Ashdown Public Schools

Since 2010, Poole has served as the superintendent of Prescott School District bringing a wealth of experience and 25 years in education. He also served as an elementary assistant principal, federal programs director, and teacher of physical education, health, and driver’s education.

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About Robert Poole

A graduate of Ouachita Baptist University, Mr. Poole earned his Bachelor of Science degree before obtaining a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Harding University. His professional and civic accomplishments include being named Prescott Nevada County Citizen of the Year and serving on numerous boards, including the Arkansas Leadership Academy, Prescott Nevada County Chamber of Commerce, and the Arkansas Association of School Administrators. He has also been actively involved in the Prescott Kiwanis Club, the Arkansas Rural Education Association, and the Legislative Finance Committee.

Mr. Poole and his wife, Chady, have two children, who will be attending Southern Arkansas University in the fall.

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Meet and Greet

A special community meet and greet with Mr. Poole is planned for Friday, March 21, from 2-4 p.m. at the Ashdown Public Schools Administration Building, at 751 Rankin Street. The public is cordially invited to come out and meet the new superintendent