Veterans Park Elementary School Interim Principal Named In Ridgefield

RIDGEFIELD, CT — Ridgefield Public Schools announced the appointment of Sheri Prendergast as the Veterans Park Elementary School Interim Principal.

Prendergast has spent the past eight years in the Danbury Public Schools, where she has worked for five years as an assistant principal at Broadview Middle School, including filling in as principal during an unexpected leave. She was the STEM leader in Danbury and taught math in public and magnet schools in New York.

A graduate of Penn State with a master's degree from Pace University and an administrator certificate through Manhattan College, Prendergast has just earned a doctorate of education from Western Connecticut State University. She was a Teach for America corps member, selected from over 13,000 applicants to teach in underserved urban schools.

RPS Superintendent Dr. Susie Da Silva said, "Dr. Prendergast is a proven educational leader. Her stellar recommendations, on-the-job experience, and care for students made her a standout in the selection process. Her understanding of math instruction and technology will be integral as we implement the new elementary math program."

From her home in Easton, Prendergast writes, "I am thrilled to be selected as the Veterans Park Elementary School's Interim Principal. I strongly believe that building relationships with students, staff, and families is the essential foundation that fosters individual growth and student learning in a nurturing environment. As a life-long educator, my focus has been on supporting the whole learner by maintaining high expectations for students and celebrating academic and personal achievements along the way. I value collaboration with families and the community to support the academic, social, and emotional development of all students. I have been fortunate to work with exceptional students, dedicated teachers and administrators, and supportive family and community members. I have no doubt that my experience at Veterans Park will be the same. I look forward to being part of a team of collaborative educators and families in Ridgefield as we work together to support our children as they grow and achieve."

Prendergast will start on August 2.