From 2003 to 2015, these heads led the way at schools such as Bedewell, Dunn Street, Ridgeway, Highfield and Marine Park.
Others were respected for their roles at Stanhope, Ashley, Biddick Hall or Lord Blyton.
Have a look at these great Shields Gazette archive memories and see if you can spot a former schoolmate. Or maybe you remember one of the teachers.
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5. Sam Robson at Bedewell
Deputy head teacher Sam Robson was joined by Kayleigh Hubbard and Chelsea Hayes for this Easter bonnet brilliance at Bedewell School in 2006. | sg
6. John Vasey at Stanhope Primary
Head teacher John Vasey joined with pupils as part of a campaign against bullying 18 years ago. Do you remember this? | sg Photo: CL
7. Alison Burdon at Marine Park Primary
Head teacher Alison Burdon joined pupils in 2007 to celebrate great Ofsted results. | sg Photo: TR
8. Phil Grice at Ashley Primary
Head teacher Phil Grice and pupils at Ashley Primary School were recycling Christmas cards in this scene from 2007. Can you spot someone you know? | sg Photo: IB