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Dr. Michelle Campiglia

Principal - michelle.campiglia@lcps.org

I am honored to serve as the principal of Willard Middle School, bringing with me administrative experience from Alexandria City Public Schools and Fairfax County Public Schools. Before stepping into this role, I served as an administrator in the International Academy at Alexandria City High School, supporting approximately 850 newly arrived multilingual learners in their pursuit of a high school diploma. Prior to that, I served as an assistant principal, an EL curriculum specialist, and a middle and high school teacher in Fairfax County Public Schools

I am a lifelong learner, a value instilled in me from a young age by my parents, who nurtured my love of learning and appreciation for diverse cultures. My father, the first in his family to attend college, earned two degrees at night while working full-time in the United States Army. My mother immigrated to the United States from Calabria, Italy, at the age of 12. Her passion for languages inspired me to study French, Italian, Spanish, and Russian. Growing up in a military family, I moved every three years, experiencing life in diverse communities from Seoul, South Korea, to rural Louisiana. These experiences taught me adaptability and the importance of embracing cultural differences. After graduating from high school in Fairfax County Public Schools, I pursued my education at the University of Virginia (B.A., Ed.S., and Ed.D.) and The George Washington University (M.Ed.). My dissertation, titled "Creating 'Pockets of Hope': The Impact of High School Principals' Beliefs on the School Connectedness of Newcomer Central American Males," reflects my commitment to fostering inclusive educational environments.

As a servant leader, I am passionate about promoting Professional Learning Communities, coaching teachers, and supporting our scholars through a robust multi-tiered system of supports. I am also dedicated to fostering a positive school culture where students, staff, and families feel seen, heard, and valued.

I am the proud parent of three remarkable young women: Caroline (21), Lily (19), and Isabella (17). My goal as a leader is to ensure that we provide our scholars at Willard the same opportunities I would want for my own children. I look forward to collaborating with you to ensure that your children thrive during their middle school years.

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Brandon Clarke

Assistant Principal (A-G) - brandon.clarke@lcps.org

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Bill Peterson

Assistant Principal (H-N) william.peterson@lcps.org

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Kim Van Acker

Assistant Principal (M-Z) kimberly.vanacker@lcps.org

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