Surprising Nov. 2026 HCSD Administrator of the Month

(November 10, 2026) – Today, we had the joy of surprising an incredible principal with the November 2026 District Administrator of the Month honor.

HCSD administrators, along with representatives from Guild Mortgage of Gulfport, showed up at River Oaks Elementary to present Ms. Jerri Turan with the prestigious award. She received a certificate, a $100 gift card, and a box of cute Thanksgiving-themed cookies. And what made this recognition even sweeter? Her school just earned its FIRST “A” rating in the state! What an awesome milestone and we are so grateful for her leadership, dedication, and all she does for our school community.

“Thank you to the HCSD District Administration and Guild Mortgage of Gulfport for this honor,” said Ms. Turan. “I have been an educator with HCSD for 29 years. I am motivated every day by seeing the teachers and students grow and achieve success, whether big or small. I have been inspired and influenced by many amazing educators, directors, and superintendents who have encouraged me and believed in me over the years. I am grateful to work with a wonderful group of dedicated faculty and staff at River Oaks Elementary. We are so proud of the students' growth and success in achieving an A Rating!”

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Turan on this well-deserved achievement!