The Harrison Hills City School District is excited to announce the hiring of Kate Sedgmer as the new Director of Communications and Marketing. In this essential role, Sedgmer will lead the district's communications and marketing efforts, creating strategies that foster stakeholder engagement and support systemic growth within the district.

Sedgmer brings a wealth of experience in both strategic leadership and community engagement. In her current role as Director of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, she successfully implemented their strategic vision, oversaw operations, managed budgets, and aligned organizational goals with the needs of the business community and economic development. Sedgmer is known for building strong relationships and advocating for policies that support growth. Her deep understanding of fostering collaboration and addressing community needs will be instrumental in strengthening the district's connections with its stakeholders.

As Director of Communications and Marketing for the Harrison Hills City School District, Sedgmer will manage all facets of the district’s communications efforts, including emergency protocol, digital and print media, brand management, and strategic planning. Her work will focus on enhancing the district’s digital presence, overseeing content creation, and ensuring consistency across all messaging platforms. Sedgmer will mentor internal teams and collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment with the district’s goals. She will also be responsible for monitoring the performance of communication initiatives, optimizing results, and reporting on their effectiveness to leadership.

“Kate's ability to build strategic partnerships, grow memberships, and execute large-scale programs makes her a perfect fit to lead our communications and marketing efforts,” said Duran Morgan, Superintendent of Schools. “Her prior success in advocating for community growth, coupled with her strategic thinking, will help us amplify our messaging and ensure that we continue to meet the needs of our community.”

As an alumnus, Kate Sedgmer returns to Harrison Central with a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and has extensive experience with digital marketing, content strategy, and community relations. Kate and her husband Tony live in Cadiz and are proud to be raising two future Huskies, Jack and Elsie.  

The Harrison Hills City School District is dedicated to providing an exceptional education to all students, with a focus on fostering innovation, creativity, and community engagement. Harrison Central’s mission is to collaborate with parents and the community to educate and empower all students to become compassionate contributing citizens who will excel in an ever-changing world.