Special to Iredell Free News

The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education on Wednesday announced the approval of April Kuhn as the district’s new chief human resources officer.

Kuhn is currently employed as the chief talent and equity officer for Rowan-Salisbury Schools. She will begin work with MGSD upon release from her current employer.

This selection process included a rigorous interview process by a committee made up of teachers and administrators.

Kuhn, who brings seven years of district leadership experience from her time in Rowan-Salisbury Schools, stood out among the candidates interviewed, according to an MGSD news release.

“Ms. Kuhn brings a unique skill set to MGSD as she has served in a variety of roles in support of public education,” Superintendent Jason Gardner said. “She is a fierce advocate for every child and will be an asset to our team.”

She started her education career as an English teacher at Salisbury High School. Previously, she worked as a labor representative for NCAE, as well as vice president of HR, Compliance and Inclusion for Pfeiffer University.

Kuhn received her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and her Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, Fla.

In addition to her professional experience, Kuhn is familiar with Mooresville Graded School District as a citizen of Mooresville and parent in the district.

“I am humbled and excited to serve the staff, students and families of Mooresville,” she said. “I look forward to working with the stellar educators in MGSD.”