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Adam Maroney
Mr. Adam Maroney is a dedicated servant leader with a 25-year career in education, driven by a passion for improving literacy. He began his career in 1999 as a Speech-Language Pathologist with Fulton County Schools, serving students ages 3 to 21. He later transitioned into special education coordination at Alpharetta High School before moving into administration. Over the years, he has served as an Assistant Principal and Principal, leading multiple schools to academic excellence and student achievement.
For the past 14 years, Mr. Maroney has successfully guided a variety of schools as Principal, fostering strong learning environments and measurable academic progress. Most recently, he found a home in Dawson County, where he proudly serves as Principal of Riverview Elementary. Under his leadership, Riverview earned national recognition as a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School, a testament to its exceptional educational standards.
Mr. Maroney holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from the University of Maine at Farmington, a Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Cincinnati, and an Educational Specialist degree from the University of West Georgia. He is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology.
Beyond his professional achievements, Mr. Maroney and his wife, Joni, a fellow Speech-Language Pathologist, share a passion for education and helping others. Together, they have two children: Camryn, a junior at the University of Georgia, and Meredith, a senior in high school. In his free time Mr. Maroney enjoys cheering on the Bulldogs and traveling with his family including trips to the lake and beaches.