No two Distinctive Schools Assistant Principals are exactly alike, but they all share a deep commitment to ignite teacher leadership and champion student excellence. As we prepare to celebrate National Assistant Principals Week, April 7–11, 2025, we're excited to shine a light on their incredible impact!
CICS West Belden is fortunate to have two incredible Assistant Principals—Kathy Clough and Laura Nasello!
Ms. Clough supports teacher and student growth through collaborative planning, instructional coaching, classroom modeling, and leading professional development. A particularly proud moment for her this year was reconnecting with former 2nd-grade students who are now thriving in middle school. Ms. Clough is excited to see her students become self-advocates and positive contributors to their communities. Her unique journey at West Belden, spanning various roles from resident teacher to assistant principal, has provided her with invaluable insights into the needs of the school community, and she remains continually inspired by the dedication and collaborative spirit of her colleagues!
Ms. Nasello ensures both teachers and students have the resources they need to succeed, focusing on culture and operations to create a supportive daily environment. She is especially proud of the vibrant energy of Friday assemblies, which exemplifies the school's strong community spirit! With 16 years of dedicated service to West Belden, Ms. Nasello is most excited each year to observe the remarkable growth of her students, particularly the journey of 8th graders who have been part of the West Belden family since kindergarten.
While this week is National Assistant Principals Week – we are excited and honored to celebrate our incredible Distinctive Schools APs every week! APs play a critical role in each of our schools, each as unique as the roles they fulfill. From coaching our teams to growing student confidence, each AP brings their whole heart to their work. We’re proud of the culture they’ve helped shape at their schools and we are so excited to celebrate them! We invite you to join us in recognizing their dedication and leadership.