Brockton Ahrens
San Carlos
Summary
Visionary and equity driven educational leader with over 30 years of public education experience, specializing in turnaround leadership and strategic planning. Demonstrated success in driving academic achievement and institutional growth, supported by strong skills in fiscal management and stakeholder engagement. Recognized for high productivity and innovative problem-solving abilities that enhance student outcomes. Aiming to leverage expertise as an administrator to foster collaboration and improve school performance through data-driven decision-making.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal of San Lorenzo High School
San Lorenzo Unified School District
San Lorenzo
12.2024 - Current
- Lead the development and implementation of the school’s vision and mission, ensuring alignment with equity and instructional goals
- Supervise staff, manage budgets, and oversee all aspects of school operations
- Lead the development and implementation of school vision and mission
- Supervise and evaluate teaching personnel and staff
- Lead equity initiatives and serve as instructional coach
- Chair SSC, ILT, and WASC committees, overseeing SPSA implementation
- Manage hiring, budget, and staff evaluations
- Foster family engagement through PTSA and SSC
- Oversee facilities, campus operations, and community relations
Principal of Westmoor High School
Jefferson Union High School District
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Administrator of the Year 2023-24, Jefferson Union High School District.
- Implemented three key initiatives to foster an inclusive educational environment and improve academic performance
- Cultivated a positive school culture based on respect, inclusivity, and growth
- Developed and implemented annual professional development plans aligned with district goals
- Led PLCs focusing on team norms, SMART goals, and common formative assessments.
- Managed budget, hiring, and staff evaluations
- Boosted family engagement through the 'Ram Resort' workshops
- 6-year WASC accreditation
- Established a district-wide Principal’s PLC
- Increased family engagement and developed instructional tools for teachers
Secondary Instructional Leader
Duplin County Schools
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Provided instructional leadership at two underperforming high schools, focusing on improving student performance and test scores
- Designed and implemented staff professional development aligned with instructional goals
- Led mentoring programs and developed PLCs to foster collaboration
- Analyzed student performance data to drive decisions and instructional improvements
Principal of North Duplin Jr/Sr High School
Duplin County Schools
Kenansville
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Led turnaround efforts at a middle and high school, focusing on improving student performance and test scores
- Increased proficiency in Career & Technical Education to the highest in the county
- Improved NC Report Card grade from C to B, making it the only traditional school with a B rating
- Exceeded school growth expectations by 91.6% within one year
Principal of West Brunswick High School
Brunswick County Schools
Bolivia
07.2012 - 07.2017
- Appointed to turn around the performance of an underperforming high school, focusing on academic achievement and state testing scores
- Achieved a grade of B on the NC Report Card in the first year of letter grading
- Ranked in the top 5% of schools in the state for 2016-2017
- Led the district in CTE performance for five years
Principal of South Brunswick Middle School
Brunswick County Schools
Bolivia
07.2010 - 07.2012
- North Carolina School of Distinction 2010-2011 & 2011-2012
Education
Master of Arts Degree - Educational Leadership
Saint Mary’s College of California
Moraga, CA01.2005
Administration Credential - Education
Saint Mary’s College of California
Moraga, CA01.2003
Master of Arts Degree - Health, Physical Education, and Recreation
Saint Mary’s College of California
Moraga, CA01.1997
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education
California State University Hayward
Hayward, CA01.1989
Bachelor of Science Degree - Physical Education
California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA01.1988
Skills
- Leadership
- Performance Improvement
- Fiscal Management
- Budget Alignment
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Leadership
- Staff Professional Development
- Equity-focused Education
- Inclusive Educational Environments
- Community Engagement
- Partnership Building
- Data-driven Decision Making
- Student Achievement Enhancement
- Second Language Learners Support
- Special Needs Students Support
- Transparent Leadership
- Ethical Leadership
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Principal of San Lorenzo High School
San Lorenzo Unified School District
12.2024 - Current
Principal of Westmoor High School
Jefferson Union High School District
07.2021 - 06.2024
Secondary Instructional Leader
Duplin County Schools
07.2018 - 03.2021
Principal of North Duplin Jr/Sr High School
Duplin County Schools
08.2017 - 07.2018
Principal of West Brunswick High School
Brunswick County Schools
07.2012 - 07.2017
Principal of South Brunswick Middle School
Brunswick County Schools
07.2010 - 07.2012
Master of Arts Degree - Educational Leadership
Saint Mary’s College of California
Administration Credential - Education
Saint Mary’s College of California
Master of Arts Degree - Health, Physical Education, and Recreation
Saint Mary’s College of California
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education
California State University Hayward
Bachelor of Science Degree - Physical Education
California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo
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