Janelle Scheftner

Established elementary school leader focused on student-centered learning and technology integration. As principal of Ada W. Harris Elementary she emphasizes blended learning, a 1:1 iPad program, and specialty courses (music, Spanish, STEAM, PE) to support critical thinking and personalized instruction. cardiffschools+1

Community and district engagement are central to her leadership — she routinely represents the school at Cardiff School District board meetings and coordinates with district services on student safety and program planning. finalsite+1

Promotes student-led service and global citizenship: under her leadership Ada Harris students ran a multi-year fundraising campaign that culminated in funding a well in South Sudan, demonstrating emphasis on experiential learning and civic responsibility. thecoastnews+1