New Principal To Lead Willow Springs Elementary School

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Effective Tuesday, Dylan P. Taylor is taking over as principal of Willow Springs Elementary School, the Fairfax County Public Schools announced this week.

Taylor began his career with the Fairfax County school system at London Towne Elementary School in Centreville, where he served as a primary and upper grade teacher. He transitioned into educational administration as the school’s program manager for SOL and Intervention Support.

Before taking over at Willow Springs, Taylor served as an assistant principal at Cunningham Park Elementary School in Vienna. Willow Springs is off Braddock Road just west of the Fairfax County Parkway.

“Mr. Taylor strongly believes in building relationships with staff, parents, and community members and has demonstrated his strong ability to create a positive and collaborative culture,” said Frances Ivey, an assistant superintendent with the Fairfax County Public Schools, in announcing his promotion at Willow Springs.

Taylor is a graduate of the College of Charleston, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. He continued his studies at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech), where he received his master’s degree in education leadership and policy studies.