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Board hires new Dillingham Elementary School principal
What happened
The board approved Derrick Jones as the new Elementary Principal at its August 10, 2026 meeting, along with several classified staff hires including an Activities Director.
Why it matters to families
The elementary principal is the school's top administrator, and this hire fills a key leadership role affecting daily school operations, discipline, and instructional oversight at Dillingham Elementary School.
The evidence
Summary of Action for August 10, 2026 board meeting: 'Approved Certified Hire Derrick Jones- DES Principal.' Also listed in the agenda under 'Approval of New Hires... Certified Hire: Derrick Jones - Elementary Principal.'
The source
August 10, 2026: Board Meeting — Summary of ActionSee the full record for Dillingham City School District.
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