Billy J Townsend Assistant Principal

I’m honored to join Grover C. Fields Middle School as an Assistant Principal. As a proud graduate of New Bern High School (Class of 2004), I’m excited to give back to the community that helped shape me and to help inspire the next generation of leaders.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and a Master’s in School Administration from East Carolina University. My career in education began at Jacksonville High School, where I taught Health/PE, chaired the department, and coached football, indoor track, and lacrosse.

I later returned to Craven County as a Health/PE teacher at West Craven Middle School, which led to an opportunity to serve as an Assistant Principal at New Bern High School for two years.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, attending Clemson football games, and traveling to short-track racing venues across the Southeast. I’m excited to work alongside the students, families, and staff of Grover C. Fields Middle School to help all students succeed.