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Phone: 757-892-3200 ext. 3004
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Dr. Latesha Wade-Jenkins, Principal
Dr. Wade-Jenkins has worked in Norfolk Public Schools for over 17 years and has served as an English Teacher, Department Chairperson, Instructional Specialist, International Baccalaureate Middle Years Coordinator, and an Assistant Principal. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English Secondary Education from Norfolk State University, a Master of Arts in Education and Human Development from The George Washington University, and an Educational Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership from Liberty University.
Dr. Wade-Jenkins is passionate about teaching and learning and desires to see all students empowered through education. She is excited to join the Titan Family and committed to working with the faculty and staff to ensure that all students maximize their academic potential, develop skills for lifelong learning, and are successful contributors to a global society.

Phone: 892-3200 ext. 3042
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Ms. Stacie Armstead, Assistant Principal
Ms. Stacie Armstead is a Norfolk native and graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Lynchburg College. Upon graduating from Lynchburg College, Ms. Armstead began her career with Norfolk Public Schools. Recognizing that she wanted to have a greater impact on student achievement, she attended Norfolk State University to receive a Master of Arts in Urban Education: Administration and Supervision PreK-12. Ms. Armstead was a Science Teacher, Science Department Chairperson, and Dean of Students at the middle and high school level before she became an Assistant Principal. Ms. Armstead extends her leadership beyond the school walls. She is active within her community and resides in Norfolk with her two daughters.

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Mr. Joshua Brooks, Assistant Principal

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Dr. Joy Gallop, Assistant Principal
Dr. Gallop has been an educator in the STEM field for 23 years. Although she spent most of her career as a Chemistry instructor, she has also taught several other sciences, including Earth Science, Biology, AP Environmental Science, and Oceanography. Also, Dr. Gallop has held several leadership positions during her 17 years with Norfolk Public Schools, including science department chair, 9th grade transition leader, and most recently, STEM Specialist.
Dr. Gallop attained a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Howard University, a Master of Science in Urban Education – Administration and Supervision from Norfolk State University, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Management with a concentration in STEM from Hampton University.
For the past 20 years, Dr. Gallop has been happily married and enjoying raising her two beautiful daughters. She loves to cook Sunday dinners and bake sweet treats for her family and friends. Dr. Gallop believes that every student deserves a free, appropriate, equitable, and rigorous education, and she is passionate about ensuring that educational stakeholders are held accountable for outstanding teaching and learning.