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Noblesville Schools announced Tuesday that it has appointed Dr. Doug Miller as principal of Noblesville East Middle School (NEMS) and Heather Young as Noblesville High School’s (NHS) alternative education administrator.
Miller will transition to the lead NEMS role in July when current principal Ryan Rich moves to the district with responsibility for high school and middle school curriculum. Miller, a long-time Noblesville resident, has 25 years of experience in school leadership roles in a variety of communities, including Lafayette, Crawfordsville, Lebanon, Indianapolis and Sheridan.
He also holds Ph.D. and Ed.S. degrees in education from Indiana State University.
“Doug has been actively involved in the Noblesville community for years and is widely respected for his extensive leadership experience, integrity and compassion for others,” said Dr. Dave Mundy, associate superintendent of Noblesville Schools.
Young joins the NHS team from her current role as dean at Fishers High School and brings a deep background in successful school and alternative program leadership with roles in Indianapolis and Peoria, Ill. She holds a Master’s degree in educational administration from Bradley University, as well as alternative education certification from Illinois State University.
“Heather is a top-notch leader in alternative education and we couldn’t be more pleased that she’s accepted our offer to share her talents with us,” said Mundy.
Young, who will report to NHS principal Dr. Craig McCaffrey, will be responsible for growing the district’s alternative school offerings into a program that will ultimately be housed in the new Noblesville Schools Community Center on Field Drive.
Designed to serve students who have experienced challenges to success in a traditional high school setting, her program will offer extra support and flexibility to help all students reach a high school diploma.
“Heather and Doug are both great assets for Noblesville Schools and we’re excited to have them join our team,” Mundy added. “I’m confident they will provide outstanding leadership for our students, staff and families.”