Chris has been committed to serving students and staff since beginning his career as a teacher 33 years ago. His career began with a simple idea: to honor the educators and coaches who helped shape his own life by doing the same for others. Today, that commitment continues as he helps students find success and reach goals they may not have thought possible.
Chris joined Sheridan School District one year ago, drawn by the opportunity to take on a new challenge at the Alternative Education Campus (AEC) and to help strengthen an already remarkable school community. For him, education is about learning, growing, and creating opportunities for every student to succeed.
When asked about his favorite day of the year, Chris doesn’t hesitate: Graduation Day. He is continually inspired by the resilience of Sheridan students, and often reflects on how many of them have faced far more adversity than he did at their age, yet continue to persevere with determination and courage.
As a principal, Chris says one of the greatest rewards is witnessing success, both for students and adults. Every day offers an opportunity to celebrate growth, achievement, and the small victories that lead to bigger accomplishments. He’s equally inspired by the staff around him, who consistently push themselves to improve for the benefit of students. Seeing the pride they take in helping students reach their goals is one of the highlights of his work.
Outside of school, Chris carries a family story that continues to motivate him. He was the first person in his family to graduate from college. His mother completed only eighth grade in the Philippines before entering the workforce to support her family. His father proudly served in the U.S. Navy after graduating from high school. Chris is proud to share that his children have graduated from Grand Canyon University, CU Boulder, and Vanderbilt University.
