Dr. David Pendleton has been a central office administrator for 14 years, most of which was as Superintendent of Schools in the Kansas City area and Connecticut. During that time, he was awarded Apple Educator of the Year for his work in technology and was recognized for one of the top school networks in the nation. As a result of his work, he has been a consultant throughout the country on "21st century classrooms."

The Deputy Superintendent of Operations is responsible for coordinating central operations (custodial services, health and safety, transportation, food and nutrition, human resources, and technology) in support of teaching and learning. Dr. Pendleton oversees the preparation and administration – in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – of the annual budget process; oversees the provision of transportation for students and materials and proper maintenance of automotive and related equipment; oversees the provision of food services for students; manages the development and implementation of health and safety programs and ensures the District's compliance with applicable laws, regulations, program guidelines, and reporting requirements; and oversees human resource services to include recruitment and staffing, professional development training, wage and salary structures, benefits providers and services, and certification; develops strategic alliances and works collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure confidence in the District's ability to educate children.

Dr. Pendleton received his Bachelor of Science and his Master's degrees from Emporia State University. His doctorate was granted from the University of Kansas. His dissertation was a comparative study of alternative schools versus the regular classroom and is still cited for its conclusions.

He retired in 2006 and returned to the Kansas City area. From there, he continued to consult while also pursuing other interests, including the historical preservation of old buildings.

"The challenge of Dr. Dallemand's work in Macon was just too good to pass up," he says.