NAESP Announces New Fellows and Networking Opportunities

Alexandria, VA—August 1, 2023—NAESP is dedicated to providing our members with the resources and support they need to excel in their roles. We invite you to take advantage of these opportunities to expand your network, collaborate with peers, and enhance your professional growth. Learn more below and then join the communities of practice and networks that align with your interests and goals today.

NAESP Centers for Advancing Leadership Fellows

• Andy Jacks, senior fellow and principal of The Nokesville School in Nokesville, Virginia

• Xavier Reed, principal of Central Middle School in Wayzata, Minnesota
• Ryan Daniel, principal of Fort Foote Elementary School in Fort Washington, Maryland

• Julie Bloss, retired early learning principal from Grove, Oklahoma
• Kim Taylor, interim principal of FX O’Regan Early Childhood Development Center, Franklin, MA.

• Liz Garden, principal of Henry P. Clough Elementary School in Mendon, Massachusetts
• Scott McLeod, professor of educational leadership at the University of Colorado, Denver

• Todd Brist, principal of Watertown Middle School in Watertown, South Dakota
• Jessica Cabeen, principal of Austin Online Academy in Austin, Minnesota

• Jessica Gomez, director of Continuous Improvement and Accountability at Menifee Union School District in Menifee, California
• Ta’Keshia Parker, principal of Sappington Elementary School in St. Louis, Missouri

Communities of Practice Facilitators

• Donna McGuire, assistant principal of PS/IS 18 – The Park Terrace School in New York

• Equetta Jones, principal of Love Creek Elementary School in Lewes, Delaware

Principals of Color Network