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May 2011
Administrative Changes for 2011-2012
 Valarie
Scott, principal of Yates Magnet School has been named
Principal of Howe Early Childhood Education Center.
Scott is
excited to take over the leadership post at Howe. "When
I saw the announcement that the position was being created,
I saw it as a perfect opportunity for me," said Scott.
In addition to being and experienced principal, Scott has a
background in early childhood education. She is a
former kindergarten teacher in the district, served as an
early childhood coordinator and has a Masters degree in
Early Childhood Education. "It's bittersweet because I
do enjoy working at Yates, but the timing is good and I am
excited to make the change," she said.
 Robert
Flanders, principal of Hamilton Elementary School has been
named Principal of Yates Arts in Education Magnet School.
"I'm
excited for a new challenge," said Flanders who studied
music as a minor in college and said he is drawn to the arts
theme of the school. "It's a good fit for me," said
Flanders.
 Michelle
Vanderlinden, principal of Van Corlaer Elementary School has
been named
Principal of Hamilton Elementary School.
Patty Paser,
principal of Paige Elementary School has been named
Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent. Paser
will take the new post effective July 1, 2011.
With the moves,
there are principal vacancies at Van Corlaer Elementary
School and Paige Elementary School. There will also be a principal vacancy in the
School of Business and International Studies at Schenectady High
School as current principal Paul Scampini is set to retire June
30. All three of these posts will be filled immediately.
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