Allen was named interim superintendent on Nov. 28, 2011, following the death of Ed Adami. Mr. Adami had been in that post since 2004. Prior to that posting, Allen had served as the district’s supervisor of instruction since 2010. His first full year on the job officially will begin on July 1, 2012, pending a successful contract negotiation.
Allen was principal at Ballard County Middle School from 2003 until 2010. He is a 1990 graduate of Paducah Tilghman High School, and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky in 1993. Allen also holds a master’s degree and professional certifications from Murray State University.
“The board is looking forward to working with Casey in achieving the district’s goals, and improving the educational opportunities for every Ballard County student,” said board chair Kim Terrell. “We appreciate the support and direction he will provide to all district faculty and staff.”
The hiring is the culmination of several weeks of work, beginning with the board establishing criteria for the job in late January. A screening committee was selected on February 2, and after performing background and reference checks, made recommendations to the school board on Feb. 13. The board then interviewed applicants and made their selection for the job.
