Secrist Middle School Principal

Overview

Secrist Middle School Principal

Secrist Middle School:
Where digital innovation meets the Arts!

Innovation & Technology:
As the Principal, you will champion a culture of cutting-edge educational equity through our partnership with Verizon Innovative Learning and Digital Promise. You will oversee a state-of-the-art technology lab designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and next-generation skills. This immersive learning environment is equipped with industry-leading tools, including Dremel 3D Printers, Class

VR and Picoh AR headsets, and Alienware laptops for high-performance computing. Your leadership will guide the integration of hands-on STEM experiences using Sphero RVRs and Minis, Merge Cubes, 360 cameras, and Cricut smart cutting machines. By leveraging these resources and a 1:1 iPad environment, you will empower students to move beyond consumption and become creators, designers, and innovators of the future.

Student-Centered Leadership:
At Secrist Middle School, we believe that when students take ownership of their education, there is no limit to what they can achieve. Secrist is a "student-oriented" environment where teamwork and school pride are the heartbeat of the hallways. We need a Principal who is passionate about supporting teachers and empowering students to become responsible, self-directed learners. If you are a collaborative leader who values academic mastery and wants to lead a school that feels like a family, Secrist is the place for you to make a lasting impact.

• Lead instructional and operational efforts at the school, aligning with the Tucson Unified School District mission and vision.
• Promote a culture of student success through high expectations and collaborative relationships.
• Ensure that the learning environment is inclusive and equitable for all students and staff.
• Foster professional development and support for teachers, and guide the integration of technology and innovative learning practices.
• Collaborate with district leadership to implement the school’s strategic goals and initiatives (e.g., Verizon Innovative Learning, Digital Promise).

• Location
  :
  The school is situated at 3400 S Houghton Rd., Tucson, AZ 85730
• Mascot
  :
  Scorpions
• Historical Significance
  :
  Named after Dr. Delbert L. Secrist, a longtime Tucson physician and former TUSD Governing Board member. Opened in 1967 as part of the post-WWII expansion of Tucson.
• Diversity
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  Student body includes Hispanic (43.7%), White (25.8%), African American (24.4%), Native American (0.5%), Multi-Racial (3.8%), and Asian American (1.9%).
• Academic Performance
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  Historically in the "C" range on the Arizona Department of Education AF scale (most recent reports 2025).
• Programs and Achievements
  : AVID, Honors, MS4HS (HS credit in MS), New Tech Network, Garden Network, Verizon Innovative Learning, and a variety of sports.

• Minimum Requirements
  :
  Master s Degree in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership, or closely related field
• Valid Arizona IVP