WINNSBORO – Kristen Chaisson has been named Head of School by the Richard Winn Academy Board of Directors effective July 1. She has been serving as Interim Head of School since April.
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Chaisson has been with RWA for four years, serving as a lower and upper school educator and Curriculum Director.
“We have witnessed her dedication, energy and enthusiasm to support and lead our students to success,” the school’s Board of Directors said in a press release.
Prior to joining RWA, Chaisson served four years at Sandlapper Elementary where she worked as an instructional assistant, interventionist, related arts educator and military-child support coordinator.
“Kristin’s passion for teaching and learning derives from her commitment to ensure all students have an effective learning environment to ignite a student’s love of learning,” the Board added.
Chaisson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies with Elementary Education Emphasis from Western Kentucky University, a Master’s of Science in Psychology from University of Phoenix and a Master’s in Education in Teaching and Learning from Liberty University.