2025-26 School Leader Appointments 

Several schools are welcoming new principals for the 2025-26 school year, bringing fresh leadership and vision to their educational communities.   

These new appointments reflect the district’s ongoing commitment to fostering academic excellence and supporting diverse student needs.   

As these leaders step into their roles, they are expected to build on existing successes and introduce innovative strategies to enhance learning experiences across the board. We look forward to the positive impact these new principals will have on students, staff, and families.  

• Arbor Heights Elementary – Ms. Lauren Porto
• Aki Kurose Middle School – Daniel Reeves 
• Chief Sealth International High School – Hope Perry 
• Dearborn Park International Elementary – Don Noble
• Graham Hill Elementary – Treneicia Gardner
• Green Lake Elementary – Liz McFarland 
• Nathan Hale High School – Jolene Grimes
• Ingraham High School – Zack Elvig 
• Rainier View Elementary – Justin Booker 
• Sand Point Elementary – Dr. Stephanie Zikopoulos
• South Shore K-8 – Jershon Foyston
• John Stanford International Elementary – Antonia Gray 
• Alan T. Sugiyama – George Breland 
• Thornton Creek Elementary – Brandee Spencer 
• West Woodland Elementary – Kelly Vancil 

Read these school leader announcements. 

Contact: Regional Directors of Schools at redsupport@seattleschools.org