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Superintendent Tim Carter: A Journey of Dedication to Education

Mr. Carter

Tim Carter has served as the Superintendent of Wilson Central School District since his appointment in 2017. With nearly three decades of experience in education, he feels tremendously fortunate to be in this leadership role and is excited to continue fostering relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members within the district.

As of July 2025, Superintendent Carter is beginning his 36th year in education. His career journey began in the Town of Tonawanda, where he spent four years as a preschool and kindergarten teacher with a private agency. He then transitioned to teaching in the Buffalo City School District, where he spent 12 years instructing 2nd, 3rd, and 6th grades at School #81. Following that, Superintendent Carter served as the Assistant Principal at Buffalo Public School 28 (Triangle Academy), overseeing grades 5-8 for one year.

In the following years, he worked at Erie I BOCES as a staff development coordinator before taking on roles in the Niagara Wheatfield School District. There, he was an Assistant Principal at West Street for two years and Principal at Colonial Village for five years. For the five years prior to his current position, he was the Principal of Niagara Wheatfield High School.

Superintendent Carter’s career spans elementary, middle, and high school levels, and he has gained valuable experience in urban, suburban, and rural educational settings. His diverse background has given him a broad perspective on the needs of students and educators. He brings this wealth of experience to Wilson Central School District with a focus on creating a strong, supportive community for students and staff alike.

As Superintendent, Carter is deeply committed to educating the whole student. He believes that success in education extends beyond academics and involves nurturing each individual student’s talents while emphasizing the core values that contribute to success. He refers to these values as the “4 Pillars” of becoming a well-rounded and productive student:

  1. Academic Success – Encouraging all students to do their best in school.

  2. Respect – Promoting respect for oneself, peers, adults, and the greater community.

  3. Responsibility – Holding students accountable for understanding and meeting expectations.

  4. Empathy – Fostering the ability to understand and relate to the feelings and beliefs of others.

Through these guiding principles, Superintendent Carter remains committed to helping students at Wilson Central Schools grow both academically and personally, preparing them for success in the classroom and beyond.

FROM THE HELM NEWSLETTERS

Superintendent Carter places a high priority on community engagement and consistent, timely communication. Each Friday during the school year, he shares his own district newsletter, known as From the Helm. His past newsletters can be found here. All Wilson community members with students in the district are able to receive From the Helm by email and text. If you would like to be added or removed from this, please contact the Wilson helpline at 751-9399.