Gary Pearcy

Gary Pearcy serves as the Director of Exceptional Student Education (ESE), entering his second year in this leadership position after six years as an ESE Coordinator, marking seven total years as a district administrator. With 26 years of dedicated experience in Florida education, Gary holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Special Education.

His extensive background includes 11 years as a classroom teacher, with eight of those years spent teaching at CREST School. Following his time in the classroom, Gary spent eight years working with a Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) IDEA-funded project, where he provided specialized technical assistance across the state in assistive technology, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).

Beyond his district administrative responsibilities, Gary is deeply committed to community service and currently serves as a Board Member for the Key Training Center. Throughout his career, he remains passionate about advancing inclusive practices and supporting educational excellence for exceptional students and their families.