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The St. Helens School District is pleased to announce that Matt Lacy has been selected as Plymouth High School's new principal. Matt will officially begin his role on July 26, 2024, but has already started preparing for the upcoming school year.
Matt brings with him seven years of experience as a public and charter school administrator in the Greater Portland area, along with 16 years of public school language arts teaching experience. He began his career as a substitute teacher in Tillamook County before moving on to teach in Gresham and Vancouver, eventually becoming an administrator in Molalla and within the charter school community.
Residing in Vancouver with his wife, Liberty, who is also in education, Matt has a daughter starting her freshman year of college and a son entering ninth grade. Matt enjoys reading, coffee, walking his dog, whitewater kayaking, and spending time outdoors, especially on the Oregon Coast.
When asked about his new role in the St. Helens School District, Matt stated, "I could not be more excited to be a part of the St. Helens community as the principal of Plymouth High School. I believe that every student has unique potential, and it's our responsibility to provide individualized tools, guidance, and settings to help them discover and develop their strengths. By fostering a culture of perseverance, ownership, work ethic, empathy, and respect, we create a place where students and families feel empowered to achieve their goals." Please join us in welcoming Matt Lacy to his new role as Principal at Plymouth High School. You may contact Matt directly at mattla@sthelens.k12.or.us or by calling 503- 366-7203. |