On Tuesday, July 1st, William “Billy” Carter assumed the duties as Superintendent of the Jackson Parish School District. Carter was selected by the Jackson Parish School Board on March 13th to replace long-time Superintendent David Claxton, who retired effective June 30th. 

Carter comes to the JPSD after 24 years (2001-2025) at Quitman High School, including the last nine as Principal, where he presided over what many recognize as the greatest decade in QHS history as a result of educational and athletic achievements as well as student growth. 

A graduate of Brookland High School in Texas, Carter graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from Northwestern State University (NSU) in Natchitoches in 1997 before later receiving a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from NSU in 2005. Carter and his wife, Tara, are also the parents of four children, who he proudly proclaims are all Quitman High School graduates in Ty, Kailee, Emma and Maddie Grace.

With an exceptional ability to build relationships among school organizations, parents and students, Carter looks forward to the challenges ahead and helping Jackson Parish move forward as a school system. 

“For the past 24 years, this parish has been my home, and this appointment is one of the greatest honors of my life. I do not take this trust lightly, and I am deeply grateful to the board for their confidence in me. I will work tirelessly to move this district forward and ensure the best possible education for every child in Jackson Parish. Our schools serve as the heart of our communities, benefiting from unwavering support from families, educators, and local partners. We will continue to build upon these strong community relationships to take our district to new heights. Above all, we must always remember that Jackson Parish is about family and community and I look forward to working alongside each of you to create an even brighter future for our students”.-William “Billy” Carter