Angie Van Sant announced as Battle Creek Middle School Principal

Columbia, TN (June 27, 2024) — Maury County Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Ventura is pleased to announce Dr. Angie Van Sant as the new principal of Battle Creek Middle School.

Dr. Van Sant brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Lipscomb University, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Cumberland University, an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Lipscomb University, and a Doctorate of Education from Liberty University.

With twenty-six years in education, Dr. Van Sant has served eighteen years in the classroom with Metro Nashville Public Schools and eight years as the assistant principal of Whitthorne Middle School.

Dr. Van Sant expressed her enthusiasm for the new role, stating, “I am excited about this opportunity and am very honored and thankful that Superintendent Ventura and Maury County Public Schools have instilled their confidence in me to be the new principal of Battle Creek Middle School. I look forward to serving, supporting, and leading the Battle Creek community and continuing the innovative and strong tradition of academic, artistic, and athletic excellence.”

Superintendent Ventura expressed her confidence in Dr. Van Sant, stating, “Dr. Angie Van Sant’s extensive experience, strong academic background, and dedication to fostering a vibrant and inclusive learning environment make her an outstanding choice for the principal of Battle Creek Middle School. Dr. Van Sant’s resume shows that she is a lifelong learner, and I know that she will bring that energy, enthusiasm, and love of learning to the students and community at Battle Creek Middle School. We are confident that under her leadership, Battle Creek Middle School will continue to thrive and uphold its tradition of excellence.”