Murfreesboro City Schools Director Dr. Trey Duke Named President of Child Advocacy Center Board of Directors
The Child Advocacy Center (CAC) has announced that Murfreesboro City Schools (MCS) Director Dr. Trey Duke was named President of its Board of Directors in January 2025. Dr. Duke will serve a two-year term leading the organization’s board.
Dr. Duke has been a member of the CAC board since March 2021, shortly after being appointed as MCS Director. He emphasized how the missions of the two organizations align closely. “Our mission in MCS is to assure the academic and personal success of each child. The vision and mission of the CAC directly assist us in reaching that mission,” said Dr. Duke. “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.”
An educator for more than 20 years, Dr. Duke joined MCS in 2019 to coordinate the opening of Salem Elementary, later serving as its principal before being named Director of Schools. His previous experience includes serving as 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,” Dr. Duke said. “I’ve witnessed the trauma 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 ensuring that those who harm 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. Earlier this year, he was also named Mid-Cumberland Superintendent of the Year by the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents, an award based on leadership for learning, communication, professionalism, and community involvement.
The CAC serves more than 1,300 children annually, providing a safe and supportive environment for victims of abuse. “The CAC advocates for those who often cannot advocate for themselves, and they do so with professionalism, gentleness, and urgency,” Dr. Duke added. “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 cacrutherford.org or call (615) 867-9000.
