Samantha Navarro

I have been at New Millennium since 2010. I started as a teacher and NMSS Tennis Coach. Took on the Assistant Principal role and then for the past 9 years I have been the principal.

• Led a team of educators and staff to create a positive learning environment
• Oversaw and Led the Special Education Department; attended all IEP Meetings
• Developed and implemented school policies and procedures to ensure a safe and inclusive school culture
• Led the school through 2 successful WASC Visits and a Charter Renewal
• Conducted teacher evaluations and provided ongoing professional development to improve instructional practices
• Managed the school budget and resources to ensure efficient operations and academic success
• Cultivated and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and community stakeholders
• Maintained School Website and ran school social media
• Oversaw the hiring and evaluation of school personnel, including teachers, support staff, and administrators
• Regularly communicated with families and stakeholders through newsletters, parent teacher conferences, and community events.
• Coordinated and supervised school events, such as assemblies, graduation ceremonies, and parent teacher conferences, sports events
• 10 successful district Oversight Visits
• Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
• Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.

• Worked closely with the school principal to develop and implement school policies and procedures
• Assisted in managing the daily operations of the school, including student discipline, teacher observations, and scheduling
• Conducted classroom observations and provided feedback to teachers to improve
• Supervised School Events

• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for high school history classes; Created the Human Geography Course for all 9th grade students
• Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, and activities, to engage students in the subject
• Maintained a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and critical thinking
• Collaborated with colleagues when writing new curriculum that was implemented into the courses offered.
• Communicated regularly with parents and provided updates on student progress and areas for improvement
• Junior Class Advisor
• Boys and Girls Varsity Tennis Head Coach
• Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.