“I have had the honor to supervise and support Michael McWilliams in his role as the principal of Savannah Elementary, where he has served as the campus principal since 2008. His energy, enthusiasm, and commitment are an inspiration. His research of initiatives such as Dinner & Dialog with Mac, Mugs with Mac and Picnic with the Principal are just a couple of the innovative concepts developed and implemented on campus used to engage parents and increase community involvement. He is an innovative leader, who can employ traditional and nontraditional strategies to engage all stakeholders. His initiatives are a model for other leaders in our district.”

~ Dr. Gwendolyn Perkins, Area Superintendent

"Mac is a practitioner with over 20 years of experience as a school leader. He is an exceptional mentor to teacher leaders, aspiring administrators, and even those who currently sit in the principal's seat. His ability to lead learning on a campus goes beyond the basics but truly inspires people to be their very best by connecting educators to their school's mission and vision."

~ Mrs. Claire Springer, Assistant Principal

"Mr. McWilliams values all teachers but is especially great for new teachers.  He encouraged me to know and accept my limits as a new teacher, but never stopped me from stretching.  He demands new teachers maintain a high degree of professionalism which sets the tone not only in the classroom, but in relations with staff, peers, parents, and the larger learning community.  He pairs new teachers with highly competent and like-minded mentor teachers.  In short, he creates the type of successful environment for his teachers that he expects teachers to create for their students in the classroom. When Mr. McWilliams moved, I decided to commute over an hour  each day so I could continue to benefit from his leadership and professional guidance. His tutelage is excellent for new (and experienced) teachers.”

~ Mr. Rodney Stowers, Teacher