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Peter G. Schmidt Principal Kim Doughty is our 2026 Elementary Principal of the Year

October 29, 2025
Award graphic for Elementary Principal of the Year featuring a gold trophy and text highlighting the achievement.

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National Distinguished Principal Program

Doughty will be recognized next fall in Washington, D.C., as part of the NAESP National Distinguished Principal program, sponsored in partnership with the U.S. Department of Education. Each state selects one elementary principal annually to honor outstanding leadership, service, and contributions to student success.

Download the press release (PDF).

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