Greetings, Carrboro High School Community!  I am elated and honored to serve as principal of Carrboro High, a community school committed to serving its students, families and creating a learning environment where students thrive academically and socially.

I am a North Carolina native, born and raised in New Bern, North Carolina. My passion for education started when I was young, as I knew I wanted to be a teacher from an early age. I was in the Teacher Cadet program in high school and a NC Teaching Fellow at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Middle Grades Education. I also earned a master's degree in Higher Education Administration from NC State University and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of Georgia.

This school year will be my ninth year in school leadership and my sixteenth year in education. My school leadership journey started in the Atlanta metropolitan area, where I was a high school assistant principal for five years with Atlanta and Gwinnett County Public Schools. Before coming to Carrboro High, I was a high school principal in the Alamance-Burlington School System for two years. However, I spent my entire teaching career in North Carolina, teaching eighth-grade mathematics with Asheboro City and Guilford County Schools. 

I believe that all students deserve access to rigorous, relevant, and engaging learning experiences designed to meet their unique needs, preparing them to live choice-filled lives. This happens when a school and families work together toward a shared vision that puts students first. I look forward to partnering with Carrboro's parents, community members, and staff to continue Carrboro High's success.

When not working, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, playing tennis, and planning my next travel adventure.

Saludos:

Me siento honrado de ser el director asociado de Carrboro High School y emocionado de estar en mi cuarto año como Jaguar.

Soy hijo de dos inmigrantes mexicanos. Después de más de 40 años de trabajo duro, mis padres se han retirado a su hogar en Veracruz, México. El resto de mi familia vive en las montañas del oeste de Carolina del Norte. Estoy muy orgulloso de mi herencia mexicana.

Después de graduarme de McDowell High School, asistí a Lenoir-Rhyne University como miembro de la última cohorte de los originales North Carolina Teaching Fellows. Me gradué con una licenciatura en Educación Primaria con una especialización en español. Después de graduarme, comencé a trabajar para Newton-Conover City Schools. Mis puestos de trabajo anteriores incluyen: maestro de ELA/Estudios Sociales de sexto grado, pasante administrativo y maestro de Lenguaje Dual de primaria (segundo y quinto grado). Mientras enseñaba, obtuve dos maestrías: M.S. en Enseñanza en Línea y Diseño Instruccional (Lenoir-Rhyne University) y M.Ed. en Liderazgo Educativo (High Point University). Actualmente, estoy trabajando en mi tesis en UNC-Greensboro. Mi investigación se centra en el sentido de pertenencia de los estudiantes recién llegados en las escuelas secundarias.

Cuando no estoy en CHS, es probable que me encuentres dando un paseo por Franklin Street, disfrutando de un batido Tropical Boost en Purple Bowl, haciendo ejercicio en CrossFit Chapel Hill o tal vez tomando una siesta. Independientemente de dónde esté, no dudes en decir "¡Hola!".

¡Espero trabajar con TODOS este año escolar!

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Saludos: 

I am honored to be the Associate Principal at Carrboro High School and excited to be in my 4th year as a Jaguar! 

I am the son of two Mexican immigrants. After 40+ years of hard work, my parents have retired to their home in Veracruz, México. The rest of my family live in the mountains of Western North Carolina. I am very proud of my Mexican heritage. 

After graduating from McDowell High School, I attended Lenoir-Rhyne University as a member of the last cohort of the original North Carolina Teaching Fellows. I graduated with a B.A. in Elementary Education with a Spanish minor. Upon graduation, I began working for Newton-Conover City Schools. My previous job titles include: 6th grade ELA/Social Studies teacher, Administrative Intern, & Elementary Dual Language teacher (2nd & 5th grades). While teaching I obtained two master’s degrees: M.S. in Online Teaching & Instructional Design (Lenoir-Rhyne University) and M.Ed. in Educational Leadership (High Point University). Currently, I am working on my dissertation at UNC-Greensboro. My research focus is Newcomer student’s sense of belonging in high schools. 

When not at CHS, one may likely find me taking a stroll on Franklin Street, enjoying a Tropical Boost smoothie at Purple Bowl, working out at CrossFit Chapel Hill, or perhaps taking a nap. Regardless of where I am, do not hesitate to say “Hello!” 

I look forward to working with ALL this school year!

Greetings Jaguar Community!

It is with gratitude and enthusiasm that I serve as the Assistant Principal at Carrboro High School! What an honor to be a Jaguar!

I am a native of Brooklyn, New York but have called North Carolina my home for several years. I attended The University of North Carolina at Greensboro where I obtained both my undergraduate degree in Elementary Education (K-6) and Masters degree in Teacher Education with a focus in Literacy Coaching. I also obtained a Post Masters Certificate in School Administration from UNCG. Go Spartans! I am also a licensed Reading Specialist (K-12). Needless to say, reading is my passion and I enjoy helping others find the same joy in reading. In my free time, I enjoy vacationing with my family, bowling, shopping, and relaxing. 

This year marks my tenth year in education. My dedication and commitment to education have afforded me the opportunity to serve as an Elementary and Middle School teacher, a high school Instructional Coach, and currently a high school administrator. In these roles, I have led several initiatives that have supported student achievement, staff development, and community engagement. 

I am ecstatic about joining a team where consistency, collaboration, and connections are the focus and student achievement is a priority.