Administration

Jay Jones

Dr. Jay Jones, Principal

Dr. Jones has been in the teaching profession since 2005 upon earning his B.S.Ed. in Mathematics Education from UGA, where he was also a member of the UGA Redcoat Marching Band. He has since obtained his M. Ed. in Educational Leadership from Georgia College and State University, his Ed. S. in Teaching and Leading from Georgia Southwestern State University, and his Ed. D. from the University of West Georgia.  

Dr. Jones began his career teaching at Houston County High School, transferred to Veterans High School as the mathematics department chairperson, and returned to Houston County High School in the fall of 2014 as an Assistant Principal.  He is married and has two children.

Jason Brett

Mr. Jason Brett, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

Jason Brett is a native of Perry and a graduate of the Houston County School System (Perry High School). He received a B.S. in Communication from Valdosta State University in 2003, a Masters degree of Education in 2004 and his Education Specialist degree in 2014. This is his 14th year at Houston County High School, his 3rd as Assistant Principal and 1st as Athletic Administrator. Prior to his current roles, Mr. Brett taught English and coached Baseball, Softball and Football. He was the Head Baseball Coach for 9 years (2010-2018) and was at the helm for 2 GHSA State Championships (2014 and 2016). Preceding his move to Houston County, he was a graduate assistant and assistant baseball coach at Valdosta State University (2000-2006). Before starting his teaching and coaching career, Mr. Brett was drafted by the New York Mets in the 21st round of the 1997 MLB Amateur Draft and played four years in the Mets organization. He and his wife (Amy) live in Kathleen with their sons (Connor, 9 and Reid, 5) and dog (Rawlings).
Karma Hayes

Ms. Shayna Brown, Assistant Principal/CTAE Supervisor

Ms. Brown began her teaching career at Houston County High School, where she served as the Marketing teacher and DECA advisor. In her role as DECA advisor, she managed the school-based enterprise, Bear Necessities—a school store operated by marketing students and DECA members—and coordinated all homecoming activities. In 2025, she joined the administrative team at Houston County High School (HOCO). She loves being part of the Houston County community and takes great pride in watching her students succeed year after year.

Ms. Brown holds a B.S. in Marketing Education from the University of Georgia, an M.Ed. in History Education from Piedmont College, and an Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction, also from Piedmont College.

Melanie Moore

Ms. Greer Wright, Assistant Principal

Ms. Wright began her teaching career in 2015, spending seven of those years at Houston County High School. She taught mathematics and served as the Head Volleyball Coach and Assistant Swimming Coach.

In 2025, she transitioned from the classroom to serve as an Assistant Principal, continuing her dedication to student success and growth in a new leadership role. Teaching has always been her passion, and she remains committed to fostering an environment where both students and staff are encouraged to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

A lifelong resident of Georgia, Ms. Wright graduated from Houston County High School in the Class of 2011. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Math and Science Education from Georgia Southern University and is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Educational Leadership through Piedmont University. Returning to her alma mater in a leadership capacity is something she truly values.

She is the proud mother of a six-year-old daughter named Ryan. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends. Ms. Wright looks forward to continuing to serve the Houston County High School community with pride and purpose.

Trinidy Rawlins

Mrs. Trinidy Rawlins, Assistant Principal

This year is Mrs. Rawlins 16th year in education and 11th year at Houston County High School. She went into education because she was blessed with a younger brother who has an intellectual disability. Watching him face challenges and work so hard to overcome the struggles he experiences motivated her to want to be an advocate for students who face areas of struggle.  

Mrs. Rawlins graduated from Hawkinsville High School in 2005. She received a bachelor's degree in Interrelated Special Education from Georgia Southwestern State University in 2009 and a Master's in Special Education Curriculum & Instruction in 2010. Most recently, she earned a Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University in 2019.  

She loves having the opportunity to witness students be successful in both school and in life. She feels blessed to be able to see students push through adversity and challenges and come out on the other side as better students and people.  

She has been married to her husband, John, since 2014. They have two children, Jack and Brannen. 
Jared Allen

Mr. Jared Allen, Assistant Principal

Mr. Allen began his education profession in 2011. A graduate Toombs County High in 2007, he attended Georgia Southwestern State University where he earned a baseball scholarship. Upon graduating in 2011 with a B.S. in History, Mr. Allen began working at Dodge County High where he taught Social Studies, was an assistant football and head baseball coach (2011-2014).

Mr. Allen began teaching Social Studies at Houston County High School in 2014. He earned is M. Ed. In Curriculum and Instruction from Georgia College and State University along with his Ed. S. in Teacher Leadership. He has served as an assistant football and baseball coach (2014-2023) as well as Physical Education Department Chairperson (2020-2023).

Mr. Allen married his wife, Megan Allen, and they have one son, Kadence Allen (8).