{"id":28248,"date":"2025-05-02T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/schools.risd.org\/RichardsonNorthJH\/?p=28248"},"modified":"2025-05-01T10:37:23","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T15:37:23","slug":"new-principal-greetings-from-mr-lopez","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/schools.risd.org\/RichardsonNorthJH\/new-principal-greetings-from-mr-lopez\/","title":{"rendered":"New Principal Greetings from Mr. Lopez"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dear Richardson North Junior High School Community,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is an honor and a privilege to introduce myself as the new principal of Richardson North Junior High. I have heard so many amazing things about our students, campus, faculty, parents, and community. I am humbled and honored for the opportunity to be a part of this phenomenal team and community. I look forward to beginning our work together to ensure success for all students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I graduated from the University of Houston with a double major in history and political science, before completing my master\u2019s degree in educational leadership at Lamar University. Additionally, I am finalizing my dissertation defense at Abilene Christian University, where I will receive an EdD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I began my career as a classroom teacher 19 years ago in the Houston area. I have had the privilege of serving the Richardson community for the past nine years, where I have had the honor of leading as an assistant principal and associate principal at JJ Pearce High School.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I am not serving my community, I enjoy spending time with my family. My wife Lauren and I have two amazing children Graci and Bradley. Both of my children attend Prestonwood Elementary. My daughter is active in dance and my son plays baseball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My passion is in creating a legacy for all of our students by providing them with a wide range of learning opportunities and preparing them for their future. I look forward to meeting and working with North Junior High staff, students, families and community members as I transition into my new role and begin planning for the 2025-2026 school year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My door is always open for questions, ideas, and feedback, and I\u2019m excited to get started serving the Viking community.

Sincerely,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pedro Lopez
Pedro.Lopez@risd.org<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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