Dr. Grant Rivera, Superintendent of Marietta City Schools, leads 12 schools serving approximately 8,900 students and 1,200 employees. Previously, he was Chief of Staff for Cobb County Schools and a high school Principal for nine years at South Cobb, Campbell, and Westlake High Schools. Grant began his career as a special education teacher, assistant principal, and coach. He holds degrees from Northwestern University and the University of Alabama, where he earned his Doctorate in Education with a focus on school law. A consultant and adjunct professor, he is passionate about school improvement and family engagement. Grant and his wife, Jenn, have two daughters.