As the Jefferson Parish school system opens its doors to students for the 2025-26 school year this week, the district also welcomed new leaders at 10 of the district’s schools.

This year’s new principals include:

Kristen Burke Mahlie, A.C. Alexander Elementary

Dawn LaFargue-Armelin, Riverdale Schools

Cavin Davis, John Ehret High School

Amanda Petty, Ray St. Pierre Academy

Breland Sternberg, J.C. Ellis Elementary

Rachel Sloan Bullard, Jefferson Virtual High School

Andrew R. Johnson V, George Cox Elementary

Katherine Higgins, Fisher Middle-High School

Jeannine K. Dwyer, Marrero Middle School

Nancy Suarez, Bissonet Elementary School

All of the district’s 1st-8th grade schools returned Monday, August 11. Pre-K and kindergarten schools return Thursday, August 14, while middle and hi

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