BOWLING GREEN, Ohio-Bowling Green High School Principal Jeff Dever, a towering figure both in stature and influence, is retiring after 19 years of dedicated service. Known for his firm yet compassionate approach, Dever has witnessed the transformation of numerous students from timid freshmen to confident graduates.
Despite the challenges inherent in the role, Dever describes his job as dynamic and unpredictable. Former superintendent Hugh Caumartin describes the position as the toughest in education, given the constant pressures and challenges faced by principals. Dever navigated difficult times, including a period marked by the tragic loss of five students to suicide within two years, highlighting the emotional toll of his tenure.
