 Principal
Newport High School
Shannon Martin
I have always appreciated the moment when a person connects new information or learning with a phenomenon they recognize in the world around them. We sometimes call this the “Ah ha!” moment. During my summers in high school and college, I was fortunate to work at the Montshire Museum of Science where I shared hands-on science activities with people of all ages, usually in the same group. At this time of my life, I was adamant that I wouldn’t become a teacher. However, these “Ah ha!” experiences stuck with me and played a strong role in my professional choices.
In 2005, I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my Bachelor of Science.It became clear that my passion for science and teaching couldn’t be ignored and, in 2006, I completed my NH Teachers Certification through the Upper Valley Teachers Institute (UVTI). During my time at UVEI, I interned at Newport.
For seven years I taught health and science at Newport High School and I coached the varsity field hockey team and middle school softball team. In 2011, I completed my Master of Science in Education through Capella University. I became active in school leadership and the co-president of the Newport Teacher’s Association.
In 2014, I had the opportunity to lead a middle and high school in Vermont and served there for three years as their principal. During this time, I learned a great deal about what it means to be an instructional leader. While I was passionate about this school, I found I missed Newport. In 2017, I was honored to be welcomed back to Newport as principal of the middle and high Schools.
While I may not be teaching in a classroom, I still appreciate the “Ah ha!” moment and find these moments daily in my work with teachers and students. I am proud to serve the staff, students and families of Newport and am delighted to build on our relationships in the coming years. |
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 Principal
Newport Middle School
Susan Schroeter
I was born in Chicago, IL and was raised in New Jersey. After graduating from college, I began my career working in sales. I met my husband in Stamford, CT and moved to Unity, NH 27 years ago.
I became involved in the Unity Elementary School as a Physical Education and Health teacher a little over 20 years ago. I was also the Athletic Director, 8th grade advisor, yearbook advisor, soccer, basketball, and softball coach. I continued my education by earning a Curriculum and Instruction Master’s Degree and an Educational Leadership Master’s Degree from New England College.
4 years ago, I joined the Newport School District as the Assistant Principal to Richards and Towle Schools. It evolved to Co-Principal at Richards and this year, I will be the Principal at Newport Middle School. I believe that positive relationships are the key to learning and growing and I look forward to creating positive relationships with Newport Middle School students, families and staff.
When I am not at school, my husband and I love to travel, garden, cook, and being with our 10 grandchildren. |