New Principal at Grafton Elementary

Joanne Stocklin has been selected as the new principal at G

She has been the principal of Richer Elementary School in Marlborough for the past five years. As principal of the Richer Elementary School, Mrs. Stocklin has developed a reputation as an exceptional, student-centered leader, Superintendent of Schools James Cummings said in a prepared statement.

He said she has a strong track record of working collaboratively to create positive and enriching learning environments for all students. As a principal, he said, Stocklin has developed effective special education programming, built curriculum that is comprehensive and challenging, and has helped foster a school community defined by high levels of engagement and communication.

Prior to becoming a principal, Stocklin was an assistant principal in the Westford Public Schools for two years. Mrs. Stocklin has a very strong background in teaching and learning that is founded on an 18-year teaching career.

As a teacher, Stocklin taught grades three and four in Virginia, Maryland, and in the Berlin-Boylston Public Schools prior to entering into administration.

Stocklin earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from The University of Maryland at College Park and a master's degree in educational leadership and management from Fitchburg State University.

Stocklin will be starting as principal at Grafton Elementary School on Monday, Aug. 22.