Taylorville has a new Superintendent.  The Taylorville School Board announced that Mrs. Brandi Bruley has been named the Superintendent for Taylorville Community Unit #3 Schools effective on July 1st, 2024. 

According to a press release sent out by the School District, Bruley brings a wealth of educational experience and leadership to Taylorville Community Schools through her service as a teacher, principal, and superintendent.  She knows the district as she spent 15 years as the principal of North Elementary School.  She has also served as the curriculum director during her final year at Taylorville. Bruley served as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction for the Illinois State Board of Education. She spent three years as Superintendent for New Holland Middletown District. Currently, Bruley is the Superintendent of Waverly Community Schools.  

Bruley is recognized for her educational and professional accomplishments.  During her time in Taylorville, she led North Elementary to become a Blue Ribbon Award recipient for closing the student achievement gap.  She has been a national presenter for NWEA, MAP, and AASA.  In 2014, Bruley was named Illinois Elementary Principal of the Year.  She has also been named School Administrator’s People Watch page which highlights career moves through the American Association of School Administrators or AASA.  

Bruley and her husband have three daughters, Clarie, Maya, and Brenna.  Bruley says she is excited to return to Taylorville to collaborate with families, staff, and community members to improve achievement for all students and ensure every student has the opportunity to reach his or her full potential.  

The School contracted the Illinois Association of School Boards to search to fill the superintendent position.  The process included a volunteer group of representative stakeholders, who heard the semifinalists respond to questions and provided feedback that was shared with the board.