New Asst. Principal Appointed At Princeton High School

PRINCETON, NJ — The Princeton Public Schools Board of Education appointed a new assistant principal of Princeton High School in a June 11 meeting, according to a release from Princeton Public Schools. Rashone Johnson, a teacher and coach for the district for over 20 years, has taken the position.

Johnson will start on July 1 as one of three assistant principals at the high school under the school's new principal, Jessica Baxter.

Mr. Johnson brings many strengths to the table, most apparent is his care and advocacy for our students. He knows our school, staff, students and families well and will continue to work hard to make PHS even better than it already is," Baxter said, according to the release.

"Rashone has developed positive relationships with literally thousands of students, and he has fostered deep connections with his colleagues and within our community," said Superintendent Steve Cochrane, the release says.

The selection process started with over 200 candidates.

Johnson graduated from the College of New Jersey and was named 2018 Track Coach of the Year by NJ.com, the release says.

"Accomplished and caring, Rashone brings a sense of mission to his work with students, families, staff and community members. He is excited to begin his new role and contribute in new ways to a vision for our schools that is grounded in a sense of joy for all students and staff," Cochrane said.