Jumpstart Test Prep Names Accomplished Mississippi Superintendent David Martin as Incoming CEO to Lead Expansion

David Martin, CEO Jumpstart Test Prep effective July 1, 2027

Veteran educator brings proven school leadership, firsthand experience with Jumpstart's programs, and a commitment to expanding student achievement nationwide.

I've witnessed meaningful improvements in student performance, and heard overwhelmingly positive feedback from the educators implementing Jumpstart's review programs.”

— David Martin

BROOKHAVEN, MS, UNITED STATES, November 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Jumpstart Test Prep®, a growing educational technology company providing online academic review programs to schools and families across the country, today announced the appointment of David Martin as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2027.

Martin, an accomplished educational leader with more than 24 years of experience in public education, currently serves as Superintendent of the Lincoln County School District in Mississippi. He will complete the current school year and conclude his service as superintendent on June 30, 2027, before assuming leadership of Jumpstart Test Prep.

As CEO, Martin will oversee the company's daily operations, strategic direction, business development, and national expansion, building on Jumpstart's mission of helping students achieve meaningful academic improvement through efficient, targeted instruction.

"David's appointment represents an exciting new chapter for Jumpstart Test Prep," said Sha Walker, Co-Founder and President. "We've built a company dedicated to helping students achieve meaningful academic improvement, and independent third-party research has provided compelling evidence of the effectiveness of our instructional approach in improving performance on high-stakes assessments. David brings something especially valuable to our next phase of growth: decades of firsthand experience leading schools, improving student outcomes, and understanding the challenges educators face every day. I'm excited to work alongside him as we expand Jumpstart's reach and impact across the country."

Proven Educational Leadership
Since becoming superintendent in 2020, Martin has guided Lincoln County through significant academic progress. The district earned its first-ever A accountability rating from the Mississippi Department of Education for 2022–2023 and maintained that distinction for three consecutive years. During 2023–2024, all four district schools earned ratings of B or higher.

Previously, Martin served eight years as Principal of Brookhaven High School, where graduation rates increased from 61.6% to 79.5% and expanded Advanced Placement, dual-credit, and honors opportunities. As superintendent, he has overseen more than $18 million in capital improvements and served as Chairman of the Mississippi Department of Education's Licensure Commission.

Firsthand Experience with Jumpstart's Results
Martin's decision to lead Jumpstart follows firsthand experience with its programs in Lincoln County schools. Individual schools independently selected and implemented Jumpstart resources, documenting substantial ACT® score improvements, strong ACT WorkKeys® credential attainment, and encouraging Algebra I and English II End-of-Course assessment results. These outcomes included improvements in measures used in Mississippi's school accountability system.

Positive teacher feedback further reinforced Martin's confidence in Jumpstart's targeted instructional approach.
"As a superintendent, I've always believed that the best instructional resources are those that deliver measurable results while making teachers' jobs easier," said Martin. "I've had the opportunity to see Jumpstart's programs used in our schools, witness meaningful improvements in student performance, and hear overwhelmingly positive feedback from the educators implementing them."

A Legacy of Instructional Excellence
Founded in 2016 by Walker and acclaimed educator Dot McClendon, Jumpstart's programs are built on McClendon's distinctive instructional approach, developed through more than four decades of ACT preparation experience. A 19-time STAR Teacher honoree and STAR Teacher Hall of Fame inductee, McClendon developed methods that simplify complex concepts and maximize improvement within limited review time.

"I've dedicated my life to helping students discover what they're capable of achieving," said McClendon, Co-Founder of Jumpstart Test Prep. "What began as a passion for helping students improve their scores has grown into an opportunity to reach thousands of young people through Jumpstart."

Continuing that legacy, Vice President Rod Martin, a retired educator with 25 years of classroom experience and five STAR Teacher honors, oversees curriculum development, instructional enhancements, and continuous improvement. He will work closely with David Martin, to whom he is not related.

Expanding Impact
Jumpstart has served more than 100,000 students and nearly 500 schools across 10 states. Its online programs combine targeted video instruction, assessments, practice questions, and teacher-friendly tools supporting college readiness, career preparation, and academic achievement.

David Martin's appointment positions Jumpstart to accelerate national expansion while maintaining its commitment to instructional effectiveness. Walker will remain Co-Founder and President, working alongside Martin to advance the company's mission. FULL STORY

About Jumpstart Test Prep
Jumpstart Test Prep® provides online ACT®, ACT WorkKeys®, and End-of-Course preparation designed to deliver meaningful academic improvement efficiently.

ACT® and ACT WorkKeys® are registered trademarks of ACT, Inc.
Jumpstart Test Prep® is not affiliated with or endorsed by ACT, Inc.

Mindy Boyd
Jumpstart Test Prep
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