Kristin Waters, Ph.D.

Principal at George Washington High School

Kristin Waters, Ph.D. is the current School Principal at George Washington High School in Denver, Colorado.1 She has held this position since March 2018, bringing over 6 years of experience in this role.1

Professional Experience

Dr. Waters has an extensive background in education leadership:

Prior to her current role, she served as Chief Operating Officer at the Denver Scholarship Foundation for 9 months.1
She worked as an Education Leadership Coach and Consultant in Atlanta, GA for about a year.1
She was the Principal of South High School in Denver Public Schools for over 4 years.1
She held various leadership positions within Denver Public Schools, including:
- Instructional Superintendent for High Schools
- Assistant to the Superintendent for Reform and Innovation
- High School Principal at Bruce Randolph School
- School Principal at Morey Middle School

Education

Dr. Waters has a strong educational background:

Ph.D. in Education Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Denver (2001-2006)1
MS in Education Administration from Pepperdine University (1992-1993)1
BA in Communication Studies from UC Santa Barbara (1982-1985)1

Leadership Approach

As principal of George Washington High School, Dr. Waters has shown commitment to addressing inequity and improving student experiences:

She has worked on initiatives to increase diversity in advanced academic programs like IB courses.3
She emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with students and seeking their input.2
Under her leadership, the school has focused on creating a unified and inclusive environment that honors diverse perspectives.3

Dr. Waters is known for her experience working in diverse communities and her strong track record in similar school environments.2 Her leadership style appears to prioritize student voices, community engagement, and addressing systemic inequities in education.