SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Nichols-Lawson Middle School (NLMS) has announced that Anthony Jacks has been appointed as the school’s new assistant principal.
The decision was made official during the June meeting of the Sylacauga Board of Education.
With an impressive 17-year career in education, Jacks brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Prior to joining the NLMS staff, he served as a teacher and coach in various schools across Talladega County along with stints at Pelham High School and Pisgah High School.
In 2019, he became a part of the Sylacauga City Schools family, contributing his expertise in pre-Algebra, history, economics, social science, and physical education.
Jacks’ commitment to his students extends beyond the classroom, as he has also excelled as a coach in football, basketball, and baseball. His dedication and contributions to the school’s athletic programs were acknowledged when he was named assistant athletic director of Sylacauga City Schools in 2022.
Born and raised in Sylacauga, Jacks is a proud 2000 graduate of B.B. Comer High School. He continued his academic journey at the University of Alabama, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business finance.
Jacks then fulfilled his teacher certification requirements at Jacksonville State University and is currently enrolled in the master’s program at the University of West Alabama.
He and his wife, Brooke, live in Sylacauga and have three children, Jasper, Jameson, and Georgia.
The entire Nichols-Lawson Middle School staff warmly welcomes Anthony Jacks as he settles into his new role as assistant principal.
