Elk Meadow Elementary School in Bend will have a new principal next school year. Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook announced today that Kit Galloway has been selected for the position and will begin July 1, 2025. She is replacing Principal Ben Johnston, who has resigned to relocate.
“We are delighted to welcome Kit to our administrative team as the new principal at Elk Meadow,” Dr. Cook said. “Kit is an experienced leader who has demonstrated a powerful commitment to systems-level thinking and inclusive practices throughout her career. Across the interview process, Kit displayed an impressive level of student-centered thinking and an understanding of the importance of leading with joy in shaping a school culture where everyone can thrive.”
Kit is currently the principal at Maplewood Elementary School in Portland Public Schools, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to her current role, she served as an Assistant Principal with PPS and in the United Arab Emirates, which followed over 15 years as an elementary classroom teacher.
“I believe leadership is about service, connection, and creating spaces where everyone belongs,” Galloway said. “I’m thrilled to be joining the Elk Meadow community and can’t wait to work together in support of our kids.”
In other administrative hiring, Quinn McAndrews was hired as the Athletic Director/Assistant Principal at Summit High School and Cory Young was hired as the Athletic Director/Assistant Principal at La Pine High School. Both positions begin July 1, 2025.
