Norwalk schools tap veteran educators & longtime dean for key leadership positions
School officials say the appointments are part of ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership across the district.
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The Norwalk Board of Education has appointed Evan Byron as the new principal of Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy.
Byron brings more than 13 years of experience in education and previously served as a science teacher at Norwalk High School.
Ricquel Pratt was also named as the new assistant principal of Roton Middle School.
Pratt steps into her new role after serving as dean of students at Roton Middle School for the past three years.
School officials say the appointments are part of ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership across the district.
Iris Diaz has also been named as the new assistant principal for Dr. Ruby Shaw Elementary School - formerly named South Norwalk Elementary School - to assist Principal Randall Austin.
Diaz has been employed with the district since 2022 and most recently served as a teacher, grade-level leader and literacy coach at Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School.
