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Community Invited to Meet Steilacoom High School's New Principal
Brian Hanson formally takes the reins this summer, but he is working on the transition process right now, and that includes a May 22 public forum.
The community is invited to meet Steilacoom High School's new principal, Brian Hanson, during an informal public discussion on May 22.
The session starts at 6 p.m. in the school's Commons area, 54 Sentinal Drive. Parents, students and anyone else interested in meeting Hanson and hearing about his leadership are encouraged to attend.
Hanson officially takes over as principal on July 1. According to information provided by the Steilacoom Historical School District, he is currently working with staff and students to ensure a smooth transition as Principal Jan McCrimmon retires.
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"I am honored to have been selected to serve as the principal of Steilacoom High School," Hanson said in a statement. "I look forward to getting to know the students, staff, and community. The district and the community it serves will receive the best service and leadership I can provide."
Hanson has 11 years of experience as a high-school English and drama teacher, three years as an instructional coach and four years as a secondary assistant principal. He is currently an assistant principal at Daybreak Middle School in the Battleground School District near Vancouver, Clark County.
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He has a Bachelor's of English Education from the University of Montana-Missoula, a Master’s in Theatre Production from Central Washington University, and earned his principal certification from Washington State University.