On Wednesday, March 15, 2023, Dr. Robert Gene Pickering passed away at the age of 91. Throughout his career, Bob held numerous leadership positions in schools and school systems, including as headmaster, principal, superintendent, and superintendent director. He served as the AMS board president from 1972 – 1974 and is remembered for his friendly, outgoing personality and the support and care he showed his loved ones and his students.
Early Years
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