Greenwich Schools Language Arts Coordinator Leaving District

Jennifer Mitchell, who has been the reading and language arts coordinator for Greenwich Public Schools for five years, is leaving her post.

She has been appointed principal of the Cider Mill School in Wilton, according to a statement released by Wilton Public School Superintendent Gary Richards. Mitchell's appointment at the school that houses grades 3 through 5, is effective Aug. 12. She succeeds Virginia Rico who passed away June 26, following a long illness.

As the Greenwich K-12 reading and language arts coordinator, Mitchell oversaw the implementation of language arts curriculum, assessments and instruction, supported school-based improvement plans, led a large department of instructional leaders, and designed a variety of professional learning initiatives, according to the statement.

Greenwich School Superintendent William McKersie said, "Jen has served the GPS with distinction for many years. I will miss her energy and critical insights, all focused on what is best for our students and teachers. I know that she has wanted a new leadership challenge, so I am thrilled that she has landed a principalship in a wonderful school district."

Richards said, " ... The Cider Mill Principal Search Committee sought to find an energetic, reflective educational leader with a clear vision and understanding of best practices in curriculum, instruction and assessment. They also were looking for a warm and approachable individual who had a demonstrated track record of working effectively with students, teachers, parents and district colleagues."