Stair Named As Poinciana Elementary’s New Assistant Principal

Superintendent Theresa Axford has announced that Dr. Eric Stair will be the new Assistant Principal at Poinciana Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year.  He takes the position vacated by Heidi Roberts who is the new District English/Language Arts Coordinator.

“We are pleased to have Dr. Stair join the Poinciana School A rated team,” stated Superintendent Theresa Axford.  “His depth of knowledge and experience will be wonderful additions to the school and his enthusiasm for building relationships with students will help him transition quickly into his new role.”

Dr. Eric Stair, from Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, enlisted in the United States Marine Corps after high school and was a Crew chief on CH-46E Helicopters. He was honorably discharged from the Marines in 2000 and went on to receive his Bachelor's Degree from Bloomsburg University in Elementary Education with a concentration in mathematics.  He received his Masters Degree in Educational Administration with a Principal certification from Cheyney University and his Doctorate Degree from Immaculata University.  

Dr. Stair brings 19 years of experience to the position including having served as an elementary teacher, mathematics coach, Dean of Students, Principal and District Superintendent.  His family includes wife Venus, son Noah, and two daughters, Oriana and Sophie.  During his spare time, Dr. Stair enjoys fishing, sailing, camping, going to the beach and traveling.