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Finalist

Principal of Principle Award Winn

er

Fort Walton Beach High School

John Spolski, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Principal John Spolski ensures that every student at Fort Walton Beach

High School has the opportunity to engage in school activities through

participation, social media, pep rallies, athletics, clubs, and events. He

makes school spirit a priority,and will go to great lengths to keep students

excited and engaged. His efforts have earned Fort Walton Beach High

School high honors from the Florida Department of Education, who

consistently give the school an A+ rating. Professional Counselor Dr. Linda

Borie Dugan explains, “Principal Spolski is a principal of great principles

but most of all he is an incredible leader that creates a school spirit that

leaves a positive imprint in every student’s school experience.”

Cass Technical High School | Lisa Phillips, Detroit, MI

Principal Lisa Phillips has been at the helm of Cass Technical High School in Detroit, MI

since 2010. Principal Phillips’ successes are numerous, as she has successfully created and

expanded several invaluable educational programs at Cass Tech. These programs include

the STEM Education Project, the University of Michigan “Doctors of Tomorrow” program, the

Cass Tech Greenhouse and the Wayne County Dual enrollment program, which allows

students toearncollegecredit during their high school tenure. Assistant Principal Lori Singleton

explains,“Principal Phillips has a proven track record of improving every educational arena

she embarks upon. She is the true embodiment of an exceptional principal.”

Kittatinny Regional High School | Brian Bosworth, Newton, NJ

Principal Brian Bosworth demonstrates an undying commitment to both academics and

athletics at Kitattinny Regional High School. This is his first year as principal, though he has

spent over 10 years teaching English at Kittatinny. Students and staff alike describe him as a

“breath of fresh air.”He has made many positive changes, including updates to the school’s

social media guidelines and the installment of the school’s first student section. He leads

students and staff my example, encouraging enthusiasm and innovation at every turn. One

student said it best: “Everything about Kittatinny has dramatically changed for the better

since Mr. Bosworth became the principal.”

Shadow Ridge High School | Travis Warnick, Las Vegas, NV

Principal Travis Warnick believes that students who enjoy going to school will perform more

successfully both inside and outside the classroom. Under his leadership, Shadow Ridge high

school has transformed from an institution lacking in morale and involvement to a place

where students are eager to learn and participate. From conspiring with the students to pull a

renowned senior prank to starring in the school production of Young Frankenstein,he will stop at

nothing to keep Shadow Ridge engaging and fun.Assistant Principal Missy Shipp says,“Principal

Warnick has successfully steered Shadow Ridge to be extremely exciting for our student body ..

. he goes above and beyond to make Shadow Ridge a better place for students.”