Principal's Welcome

Kelly Kriss, Principal

This is Kelly Kriss’ 11th year as an administrator and 26th year in education.  When asked why she chose middle school after teaching high school for so long, she responded “Because I am passionate about supporting students during one of the most important stages of their development. Middle school is a time when students are discovering who they are, building confidence, and developing the academic and social skills that will shape their future. I want to create a school environment where every student feels safe, valued, challenged, and supported.  I love being a principal because I have the opportunity to build strong relationships with students, teachers, families, and the community while creating a positive school culture.”

Melanie Harris, Assistant Principal

“Always be a work in progress.”

Melanie Harris begins her fifth year as an administrator and 30th year in education this school year.   When people ask why middle school, her response is, “I love working with middle schoolers, their families and the community.  These are the years of intense growth and opportunity for students.  They are dealing with the pressures of becoming more independent as a human and a learner, as well as the pressures of becoming a young adult.  It is an important time in students’ lives to teach them about managing these pressures and taking responsibility for their choices.”