PASD Announces Administrative Changes

Phoenixville PA

26 July, 2021

4:26 PM

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With the start of the 2021-2022 school year fast approaching, Phoenixville Area School District is announcing some changes to the administrative lineup for the District.In late June, Dr. Craig Parkinson announced he was accepting the position of Superintendent in the Chester-Upland School District. Dr. Parkinson leaves after 15 years in the PASD, the last 11 of those as principal at Phoenixville Area High School. During that time, he has fostered a student-centered culture that saw PAHS grow in numbers and stature. We wish "Dr. P" well in this next chapter of his career, and remind him of one of his favorite sayings, "once a Phantom, always a Phantom".Dr. Rose Scioli, an assistant principal under Parkinson, has assumed the role of high school principal. Scioli is beginning her third year in PASD, and brings over 20 years of experience as a teacher and administrator to the job. "I consider it an honor to be given the opportunity to serve PASD as principal of the high school," she shared. "I've been in different schools in my career and feel I have found a real home with the community here. The students, families, and staff are extraordinary, and I look forward to continuing the great legacy of this school and showcasing to the world all we have to offer."Phoenixville Area Middle School Principal, Dr. Frank Garritano will also assume new duties this fall as the Executive Director of Schools and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion). In the course of his 32 years in education, Garritano has administrative experience at all levels. He expressed his excitement to begin this new role "working with our Administrators, Teachers, Families, and our community in ensuring that ALL students thrive in rigorous and caring learning environment that fosters confidence and a sense of belonging to our schools and our community." Dr. Garritano will continue as the Middle School Principal until his replacement has been hired.Dr. Jessica Kilmetz will also see a change in her responsibilities as she assumes the title of Executive Director of Curriculum and Specialized Programs and Services. In her new position, Kilmetz will utilize her more than 20 years of educational experience as she leads the District's curricular work in our schools. "My excitement for this new role can't be overstated," Kilmetz shared. "I have big plans for our schools because I know how capable our students and faculty are, and how supportive this community is. There is nothing we cannot achieve together." We also wish Dr. Khalid Sutton, Barkley Elementary Principal well as he will be leaving to join the Chester-Upland School District as their Chief Academic Officer. A search to fill his position is already underway.In addition, Mrs. Natalie Hrynko will assume Assistant Principal duties at the Early Learning Center and Manavon Elementary. Most recently Mrs. Hrynko served as an Instructional Coach for PASD.Dr. Alan Fegley, Superintendent of Schools expressed his pride in seeing so many of our own staff rise to new challenges. "Change is always bittersweet, but with change comes the possibility of growth," he stated. "New beginnings are an opportunity to implement new ideas and to build on everything that has come before. I look forward to continuing our efforts to work together to provide the best possible educational experience for all of our students and families."Phoenixville Area School District is home to more than 4000 students living in the borough of Phoenixville, East Pikeland Township and Schuylkill Township. In 2021 we were recognized by US News & World Report as one of the nation's top high schools as well as a Best Communities for Music Education. Visit our website www.pasd.com for more information.