Eckstein Principal Announced
Dear Eckstein Middle School community,
I am excited today to announce the appointment
of Sherri Kokx as your new principal, effective Aug. 20.
Ms. Kokx comes to Eckstein from Eisenhower
Middle School in Everett, where she has been the principal since 2009.
Ms. Kokx brings strong experience as a middle school principal and she
will be a great fit for the Eckstein community.
Ms. Kokx also served as an Assistant Principal
for two years at North Middle School in Everett and was a middle school
teacher for 10 years in the Everett School District. She said she is
looking forward to championing the great work of
the Eckstein staff and to supporting students and families during this
time of emotional, social and academic growth.
She has a Bachelor’s of Science in biology and
general sciences from Michigan State University and a Master’s of
Education in Educational Administration from Western Washington
University. She also holds Washington State Administrative
Certification.
Ms. Kokx was selected after a hiring process
that included input from staff and families. The selection team
committee was particularly impressed with her successful experience as a
middle school principal, her strong communications skills
and her collaborative approach.
Thank you to the Eckstein community for giving
input on the characteristics desired in your next leader and your
collaboration over the summer. I also want to thank Kim Whitworth for
her dedication and commitment to Eckstein. She will
work closely with Ms. Kokx in her role as Executive Director of Schools
for the Northeast Region.
Please join me in welcoming Sherri Kokx to
Eckstein Middle School!
Sincerely,
Robert Boesche
Interim Deputy Superintendent
Seattle Public Schools
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