Austin Public Schools announce hiring of new Assistant Principal, Dean of Students

Austin Public Schools have announced the hiring of Joni Irvin as the new Assistant Principal at Ellis Middle School.

Irvin has worked at Austin Public Schools since 2004, predominantly in Special Education. During her time in the classroom, she has worked with students at all levels of their educational journey, from kindergarten through age 21.  Irvin will be taking over for Karen Dunbar who will be moving into the newly created role of BARR Coordinator.

 Austin Public Schools has also announced the hiring of Dave Brown as the new Dean of Students at IJ Holton Intermediate School.

Brown holds a MS in Educational Leadership from Southwest State University and completed his Educational Administration licensure through Minnesota State University – Mankato.  Brown has been a part of Austin Public Schools since 1994 as a classroom teacher and behavior coach and has worked extensively with students at the Elementary and Middle School levels.