RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Rankin County School District Board of Education announced the appointment of Shane Sanders as the district’s new superintendent.

A lifelong resident of Rankin County and a 1988 graduate of Florence High School, Sanders brings more than three decades of experience in public education. He currently serves as the district’s deputy superintendent.

According to the Board, Sanders began his career in 1993 as an agriculture teacher and coach at Pelahatchie High School. He has served the district in multiple leadership roles, including assistant principal, principal and assistant superintendent.

“Rankin County is a special place, and I am incredibly honored to serve as superintendent in the community that I have called home my entire life,” said Sanders. “I look forward to working alongside our dedicated staff members, students, families, and community members as we build upon the strong foundation already in place.”

Sanders will officially assume the role of superintendent in July 2025.