Kari Twillegar named LSHS assistant principal

Kari Twillegar, currently a teacher at Adrian High School, was named assistant principal for Lee's Summit High School at the Feb. 23 R-7 School District Board of Education meeting. Ms. Twillegar will begin her new job in summer 2012 and will replace Dan Schnell, who is retiring in June 2012.

She has taught science at Adrian High School since 2008 and previously served as a science teacher at Harrisonville Middle School and Adrian Junior High School. In all, she has 10 years of experience in education, including working as a volleyball and soccer coach as well as cheerleading and student council sponsor.

Ms. Twillegar earned her bachelor's degree in education from the University of Missouri and her master's degree in special education with a gifted endorsement from the University of Missouri. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in educational administration from St. Louis University.