The Opelika City Schools Board of Education is proud to announce the selection of Dr. Kevin Davis as the next Superintendent of Opelika City Schools. 

Dr. Davis currently serves as Principal of Muscle Shoals High School in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and brings more than 20 years of experience in public education. Throughout his career, he has served as a coach, teacher, assistant principal, athletic director, and principal, earning a reputation as a collaborative leader and student-centered educator. In 2024, he was named the CLAS District 7A North High School Principal of the Year and currently serves as President of CLAS District 7A, demonstrating his ongoing leadership within Alabama’s education community.

“Dr. Davis has an outstanding record of success as a leader in education, and we are excited to welcome him as the next superintendent of Opelika City Schools,” said Dr. Kevin Royal, Chairman of the Opelika City Schools Board of Education.

“During the evaluation process, the most consistent quality attributed to Dr. Davis by his colleagues was his genuine care and concern for the welfare of all his students. We look forward to helping him build on the foundation of excellence laid by his predecessors,” Dr. Royal added.

Dr. Davis expressed his excitement about joining the Opelika community:

“First and foremost, I want to thank God for blessing me with this incredible opportunity to serve as the next superintendent of Opelika City Schools. I also want to express my deepest gratitude to my family for their unwavering support throughout my journey.

What drew me to Opelika was the deep-rooted sense of community and the genuine pride residents, families, and educators have in their schools. This is where people care deeply about students and are committed to educational excellence.

I appreciate the trust and confidence of the Opelika Board of Education. I am honored to join this outstanding team, and I look forward to rolling up my sleeves and getting to work as we continue to strive toward our shared mission: educating every child, every day.”

Dr. Davis holds a Bachelor of Science in both sociology and education from the University of North Alabama, a Master of Arts in education and an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in instructional leadership from the University of North Alabama, and a Doctor of Education (Ed. D.) in educational leadership from Samford University. He also earned his superintendent certification through the University of Alabama and the Alabama State Department of Education.

Dr. Davis and his wife, Amanda, are the proud parents of two children, Grace (25) and Shelton (20). Davis will begin his contract on July 1, 2025.  The Opelika City Schools Board of Education will announce details for a community meet and greet in the coming weeks to formally introduce Dr. Davis.