The Schuylerville Central School District Board of Education plans to appoint Mrs. Stacy Marzullo as the next principal of Schuylerville High School during its regular business meeting on Monday, Feb. 9, effective July 1. Marzullo currently serves as Schuylerville’s elementary school principal, a role she has held for the past three years. Since joining the district’s administrative team, she has played a key role in strengthening instructional practices and student support systems. At the elementary school, she helped revamp the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework, aligning academic intervention systems with character education and Response to Intervention (RTI.) This work included implementing Walk to Read structures, strengthening AIS supports to provide more targeted skill-based intervention, and creating consistent opportunities within teacher schedules for professional learning and data review. These improvements have supported stronger instructional alignment across grade levels and a more proactive approach to meeting student needs.
“The Board of Education conducted an in-depth interview with Stacy, which resulted in unequivocal support for her being named the next high school principal,” said Board of Education President, Bernie Buff. “Stacy’s leadership is grounded in collaboration, consistency, and the ability to build meaningful relationships. She has a clear understanding of how a cohesive PreK–12 experience drives student success and has already made a lasting, districtwide impact. We are confident she will bring that same vision, strength, and leadership to Schuylerville High School.”
“I have always had a long-term commitment to Schuylerville,” said Marzullo. “Three years ago, when I pursued the elementary principal position, Schuylerville was the only district I considered because of its incredible reputation. Being selected to serve as principal of one of the top high schools in the area is a tremendous honor, and I’m truly grateful.”
To support a smooth and thoughtful transition, there will be a five-month period of intentional, transitional leadership. This overlap will help ensure continuity and stability at the high school, while allowing for purposeful planning and collaboration. Additionally, Stacy’s continued leadership as elementary principal through the conclusion of the 2025–26 school year will ensure a successful close to the school year for students, staff, and families.
“Stacy brings stability, continuity, and a deep understanding of our district to this role,” said Superintendent Dr. Ryan Sherman. “She is a trusted leader who already knows our students, staff, and community, and that familiarity is incredibly important. Because she is not new to Schuylerville, she can step into the high school principal position with a clear sense of purpose and direction that will continue to drive student success.”
Prior to joining Schuylerville, Marzullo served as Director of Elementary Special Education (PreK–5) for the Niskayuna Central School District. In that role, she led the elementary special education department and served as the CPSE/CSE Chairperson for grades PreK–5, overseeing data-informed decision-making related to student programming, MTSS modifications, resource room services, and related service projections.
Earlier in her career, Marzullo worked for the Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery County BOCES Special Education Division, serving first as a Curriculum & School Health Support Specialist for two years, and later as an Administrative Coordinator for two and a half years. She began her career as a classroom teacher in the Greater Amsterdam School District, where she spent seven years and also served as a fifth-grade curriculum leader.
“Stacy came to Schuylerville with an impressive resume and a wide range of leadership experience,” said Board of Education Vice-President Katie Brunson. “Over the past three years, she has built on that foundation in a meaningful way through her work at the elementary school. Her impact on students and staff has been clear, and the Board is confident that she is a natural choice to lead Schuylerville High School.”
As she transitions to the high school, Marzullo is eager to build on the connections she has already established, particularly with students she first worked with at the elementary level.
“One of the things I’m most excited about is continuing relationships with the first group of students I had as principal when they reach high school in the next year or two,” she said. “That continuity means a great deal to me.”
Schuylerville will now begin the important process of selecting its next elementary school principal. A committee will be formed to lead the search, ensuring that the next leader upholds the district’s commitment to academic excellence, student well-being, and strong community relationships. The committee will include input from faculty, staff, parents, and administrators to ensure a thorough and thoughtful selection process. Schuylerville parents who are interested in being part of the committee can email Communications Director Taryn Kane (kanet@schuylerville.org) with their contact information by Feb. 13.
Tentative timeline
- Principal advertisement: Jan. 28-Feb. 22
- Committee interview: March 6
- Final interview w/Board of Education: March 23
- Board appointment: April 13
- Start date: July 1