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BURGAW, NC - When the 2023-2024 school year begins at Burgaw Middle School it will do so with a new principal leading the way.

Brian Allen has been approved by the Pender County Board of Education and will take over the role effective June 5, 2023. 

“I am honored and excited for this opportunity to work with the community of Burgaw Middle School, go Red Devils!” Mr. Allen said. 

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Mr. Allen was most recently principal at Surf City Elementary where he served since the school opened for the 2018-2019 school year. Prior to becoming principal, he was the Assistant Principal at Topsail Annandale Elementary School and taught 3rd and 4th grades at Cape Fear Elementary School.

A native of Wilmington, Mr. Allen loves living on the coast to accommodate his water-loving lifestyle. Mr. Allen earned his Bachelor’s degree and his Master's degree from UNC-Wilmington. He is currently working on attaining his doctoral degree from UNCW - Go SEAHAWKS!

Mr. Allen lives with his wife Crissie, who is also an administrator in education. They love spending time at the beach, on the boat, or at the poolside.

Mr. Allen is committed to the students and community of Pender County Schools.