Over the past 2 years, Jessica has served as Interim Principal of the Secondary Department. We want to recognize her commitment and dedication in this role, continuing to go above and beyond to support the program and our students during our continued leadership search, as well as throughout the pandemic, juggling multiple hats and balancing competing priorities.
Jessica has grown professionally and personally while assuming this role, and we are proud to make her position as Principal official. She has driven the effort to make the Secondary Department more stable. She strives to make the staff and students in her department feel seen, supported, and valued.
Jessica is originally from Ohio but has lived in Massachusetts for the last 25 years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Deaf Studies and a Masters degree in Deaf Education from Boston University, is a certified teacher and special education administrator, and is a nationally certified ASL interpreter.
Kevin Cronin began his Deaf Education career in 2000 at Jean Massieu Academy School for the Deaf in Arlington, Texas. He attended the University of Pittsburgh, where he simultaneously served as adjunct ASL faculty while attaining his Master’s degree in Deaf Education.
For the last 22 years, Kevin has taught in classrooms throughout several states, as well as served in leadership positions such as Athletic Coordinator, Dorm Director, and most recently the Director of NTID Regional STEM Center.
Not only did he leave with a degree and enthusiasm for bilingual education, but also a love for the local sports. Kevin loves to play golf, tennis, pickleball, baseball/softball, basketball, bowling, and go camping.
He joins The Learning Center with years of experience and knowledge, as well as a thirst for continued learning.
These two positions fulfill a well-rounded leadership approach to our Secondary Department and create a balanced support system for our students, staff and families.
Congratulations to Kevin and Jessica!
