Wednesday, April 27, 2011

New Principal Hired at Integrated Arts Academy

The Burlington School District issued the following press release today.

"The Burlington Board of School Commissioners has appointed Trevor D. Christopher to be the new principal at the Integrated Arts Academy at H.O. Wheeler Elementary School effective July 1, 2011. Mr. Christopher was chosen following an extensive nation wide search and inclusive search process which included parents, teachers, and administrator involvement. He replaces Brian Williams, the Interim Principal of IAA who served for the 2010-2011 school year.

Mr. Christopher comes to Burlington after having been an administrator in U.S. Virgin Islands, Virginia, Maryland, and Illinois for 14 years. In all four districts, he has been noted to be a strong student advocate who works with faculty and staff and parents to develop a strong community for academic achievement. His interest in the integrated arts is a part of his passion for school transformation focused on student success. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry from Oakwood College in Huntsville, and a Master of Arts in Education (Admin/Supv) Degree from the University of the Virgin Islands.

Mr. Christopher's appointment begins on July 1, 2011."