Snyder ISD has hired Shaye Murphy as the new principal for Snyder High School.
According to a press release issued by the district, Murphy, of Slaton, previously the Success Coordinator for Seminole ISD, has been chosen for the role at the high school, replacing Janell Martin. Martin will continue to serve Snyder ISD as College, Career and Military Readiness Director.
Murphy was introduced remotely to Snyder ISD trustees Thursday evening.
“Mr. Shaye Murphy, I congratulate you and welcome you to Snyder ISD and to Snyder, Texas,” board president Ralph Ramon said. “I look forward to meeting you in person. So welcome and I look forward to seeing you and hearing more about you and what your plans are for our high school.”
“Thank you very much. I’m looking forward to it,” Murphy said.
Prior to his position with the Seminole school district, Murphy was principal at Slaton High School for three years and principal at Madisonville High School for five years. He has a bachelor degree in business administration and a masters of educational leadership, both from Sam Houston State University. According to a press release issued by the school district, Murphy was the unanimous selection of the district’s search committee.
“I know that turnover has been a concern,” Bland said. “(Murphy) is a West Texas native and his commitment to Snyder is sincere.”
“I am excited and honored to be able to serve Snyder High School as principal,” Murphy said in the statement. “I enjoy everything that a school Snyder’s size has to offer. It is large enough that every student can find a program to be part of and it is small enough to develop positive relationships with every student.”