Caroline Lunsford Named Principal In Haddon Township

HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Caroline Lunsford has been named the principal of Thomas Edison Elementary School and Strawbridge Elementary School, the Haddon Township Public School District announced.

Lunsford is expected to be appointed at a special board of education meeting scheduled for Thursday night, 7 p.m. Residents can participate virtually via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88091861061?pwd=QnBTU1lHNUtaWnJoOUFLenFmV1BpQT09, using the Meeting ID: 880 9186 1061 and the Passcode: 136704.

Lunsford will succeed Anthony Fitzpatrick who recently accepted the position of assistant superintendent in the Delsea Regional School District.

Lunsford’s career in education began in Haddon Heights, where she spent 18 years teaching students in kindergarten through sixth grade.

In addition to her responsibilities as a teacher, Lunsford was an academic enhancement committee leader, assisting her colleagues and principal with reviewing and making recommendations for K-12 curricula.

Lunsford has been vice principal of the Maude Wilkins Elementary School in Maple Shade since July 2020.

“My dedication to education and supporting the success of all students has been shaped over the past 18 years as a teacher in Haddon Heights and an administrator in Maple Shade,” Lunsford said. “Over those years, I consider the connections I have made with colleagues, students, and parents my greatest accomplishment. These connections have fueled my work ethic, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that all children have the best possible educational experience. I look forward to developing these connections in Haddon Township and helping to build on the outstanding learning communities that exist at Edison and Strawbridge.”

Lunsford was inspired to become an educator by her fourth grade teacher at Elizabeth Haddon School in nearby Haddonfield. Lunsford recalls her teacher, Mrs. Elaine Nepp developed a strong connection with her while helping to build her confidence as a student.

Lunsford hopes to create similar experiences for the students and families she will serve in her new role in Haddon Township School District.

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