Merryhill School® Principal Named K-12 Principal of the Year

Merryhill Elementary & Middle School in Milpitas is proud to announce that Quinn Letan has been named K-12 Principal of the Year by its parent organization, Nobel Learning Communities, Inc. (NLCI). Letan received the honor at NLCI’s annual principal conference, which was held last month in Las Vegas.

“I am truly honored to be named Principal of the Year, but Merryhill’s accomplishments are only possible through the hard working and passionate staff who help us shine and excel every day,” said Letan. “I’m proud to be part of a team where academic rigor is met with the opportunity for kids to be kids, and where parents, in turn, get to see their students happy and thriving in the classroom.”

The K-12 Principal of the Year award is presented annually to the principal who stands out among NLCI’s schools across the country for inspiring and motivating both students and staff. Letan was honored for her success in building strong curriculum and programs for students. She was also recognized for her ability to foster a learning environment with supportive and dedicated staff and an engaged school community. Letan has been with Merryhill Elementary & Middle School for 14 years and has 20 years of teaching experience.

“Quinn is a phenomenal leader in so many ways. Through her vision, hard work and dedication, she is a strong leader with high expectations of her staff, students and parents and will accept nothing short of excellence,” said Kate Taylor, Executive Director of Merryhill Schools, Heritage Oak Private Education and The Rhoades School in California. “Quinn balances her expectations with compassion and is a joy to work with. We are fortunate to have a leader of this caliber who is passionate about education and ensures all students get the best education possible.”

Merryhill Elementary & Middle School is located at 1500 Yosemite Drive in Milpitas. The school serves students in Pre-K through eighth grade.

About Merryhill Elementary & Middle School

Merryhill Elementary & Middle School in Milpitas, Calif., is part of Nobel Learning Communities, Inc., a national network of more than 200 nonsectarian private schools, including preschools, K-8 and high schools in 19 states across the nation and the District of Columbia. Merryhill Schools provide high quality private education, with a challenging and well-rounded curriculum, caring and skilled teachers and attention to individual learning styles. They also offer before and after school care and summer camp. For more information on Merryhill School, or to find a school near you, please visit www.MerryhillSchools.com

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