Dana Bush has been appointed as the Saratoga Springs City School District’s new Director of K-12 Humanities and Elementary Instruction starting on July 1st. Mrs. Bush will replace Dr. Michele Whitley, who has accepted the position of Superintendent of Schools at the South Glens Falls Central School District.
Mrs. Bush brings nearly two decades of experience in education and leadership within the Saratoga Springs City School District. Over the past 19 years, she has served the district in several roles, including reading specialist, principal of Dorothy Nolan Elementary School, and most recently, principal of Division Street Elementary School.
“Dana brings a tremendous amount of knowledge, experience, and passion for education to her new district leadership role,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Patton said. “Her leadership and commitment will continue to support strong teaching and learning opportunities for students across the district.”
Mrs. Bush earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary and special education from Providence College in 2000, a master’s degree in reading and literacy education from the University at Albany in 2002, and a certificate of advanced study in educational administration from SUNY Plattsburgh in 2014.