Wilson leaves Mountain Brook for superintendent job

In June, the Hartselle City Schools Board of Education approved Dr. Paul “Vic” Wilson as its new superintendent, marking the end of Wilson’s five years as principal of Mountain Brook High School.

Contract negotiations are expected to wrap up by the end of June.

Wilson said he was eagerly anticipating starting his new role, but added he was aware much will be left behind in order to do so.

“It was a very difficult decision for me,” Wilson said. “It is a great new leadership opportunity, to be a superintendent, but there are so many people here that I’ve grown close to and am excited to see every day. It’s going to be tough not working with them anymore.”

Wilson, who was one of three finalists for the job, first served at Mountain Brook as assistant principal from 2002-2006. Following two years at Homewood High School as principal, he returned to Mountain Brook in 2008.

As Wilson moves away from Mountain Brook, he said he thinks Mountain Brook schools are in a great position to continue to grow.

“I’d say that’s my hope, but I don’t think that’s a strong enough word,” he said.  “It’s my belief. I have never worked in a place where I felt everyone was on same page like they are in Mountain Brook. It’s one of the best places in world to work, and I want to say thank you. Thanks for the chance to lead for five years in one of the greatest communities in the world.”