The Principal of the Year (POY) Award recognizes outstanding school administrators for their exemplary contributions to students, schools and communities. Through their innovative leadership and dedication to academic excellence, they have increased student and school performance and have established safe learning environments for our children. These individuals have utilized teamwork and leadership skills to increase student performance, and promote safe learning environments, often through establishing partnerships with parents and community members.  

Mitshuca Moreau
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Montessori Academy
Mitshuca Moreau has served as principal of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Montessori Academy for the past seven years. During this time, she has focused on building morale and has created incentive programs to celebrate students and staff.
“I wake up every day wanting to go to work, see my students throughout the hallways of the school, and promote a positive, supportive environment for the staff and students. My work is not just a job, it is my quiet peace, especially when I am around the students or seeing joy on their faces,” says Ms. Moreau.