Murfreesboro City Schools (MCS) Director Dr. Trey Duke is President of the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) Board of Directors, named in January 2025. Dr. Duke will serve a two-year term as President.
Dr. Duke joined the CAC board in March 2021 after he was named Murfreesboro Director of Schools.
“The missions of the CAC and MCS are directly aligned so my involvement is an excellent fit,” said Dr. Duke. “Our mission in MCS is to assure the academic and personal success of each child. The vision and mission of the CAC directly assists us in reaching that mission. As teachers and staff are often the first individuals to notice signs of potential abuse, a strong partnership between MCS and the CAC is essential.”
Dr. Duke joined MCS in 2019 to coordinate the opening of Salem Elementary and to serve as Principal there before being appointed to his current position. Dr. Duke previously served as the Coordinator of Federal Programs and Response to Intervention with Rutherford County Schools.
“As a career educator I have seen the devastating effects of child abuse firsthand,” he said. “I’ve witnessed the trauma that is caused by child sexual abuse and the impact of living in a home where drugs are prevalent in caretakers. The good news is I’ve also seen the healing that can come from strong services offered to children. The CAC plays a critical role in our community in healing children and families and seeing that those who have perpetuated crimes against our most vulnerable citizens are brought to justice.”
Dr. Duke holds a Doctorate in assessment, learning, and school improvement and a Master’s in educational leadership, both from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). Earlier this year, he was also named Mid-Cumberland Superintendent of the Year by the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents. The award is given annually to one superintendent from each of Tennessee’s eight regions. Nominees for Superintendent of the Year are evaluated on four criteria: leadership for learning,
communication, professionalism, and community involvement.
Dr. Duke says more than 1,300 children are served annually by the CAC. “The CAC advocates for those who often cannot advocate for themselves, and they do so with professionalism, gentleness, and urgency. A visit to the CAC is often one of the worst days of a family’s life, and it is critical they enter into a private and comforting environment.”
To learn more, visit the Child Advocacy Center website at cacrutherford.org or call (615) 867-9000.
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