By Elise Cruz Aragon

Bloomingdale Senior High School has welcomed Richard Peacock as its new assistant principal of athletics.

Peacock brings more than two decades of experience in Hillsborough County Public Schools, including time as a science teacher at Plant High School and leadership roles at King, Newsome, Sumner and Lennard high schools. Most recently, he served as an administrator at Bloomingdale.

A Hillsborough County native and graduate of Chamberlain High School, Peacock earned both his undergraduate degree in biology and his graduate degree in educational leadership from the University of South Florida. He and his wife have three children.

Peacock said one of his primary goals is to create opportunities for students to get involved in school activities.

“Students are more academically successful when they are involved in their school and have a strong system of peer and adult supports,” Peacock said. “I believe in treating people right and collectively working together to accomplish goals.”

During his career, Peacock has been recognized with multiple honors, including being named the district’s Assistant Principal for Administration of the Month twice. He also helped lead teams to a district championship in flag football and supported a football program that reached the playoffs for the first time in more than a decade. Earlier in his career, he received the PTSA “Superman” award for his impact on students.

As he steps into his new role, Peacock said he is excited to join the Bloomingdale community.

“I look forward to meeting all the students and staff members that continue to make Bloomingdale High School great,” he said. “Bloomingdale Senior High School truly is an amazing place to be.”