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Jamie Coady (left) with Diane Mitchell and Kimberly Orifice at John S. Martinez School.
Jamie Coady is leaving John S. Martinez School after 16 years to become principal of another Fair Haven magnet, Clinton Avenue.
The New Haven Public Schools Board of Education unanimously voted to approve her promotion at a virtual meeting on Monday evening.
“I’ve had an amazing 16 years at Martinez, surrounded by professional, dedicated people. Thank you. It’s really been an amazing experience,” Coady said, adding that she is excited about her next step.
Superintendent Iline Tracey lauded Coady for her energy and her focus on social-emotional learning and restorative practices.
Social-emotional learning teaches students life skills and restorative practices work on students taking responsibility for actions. Both are part of the school culture at John S. Martinez, where Coady helped shift the philosophy around discipline and nearly eliminate suspensions.
Coady has earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Southern Connecticut State University as well as her teaching certificate and an additional diploma in educational leadership. She leaves her assistant principal role at Martinez.
Coady will start at Clinton Avenue with a salary of $155,276.