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Sly is new Assistant Principal at Stanley Switlik

Tanya Sly Named As Stanely Switlik Elementary’s New Assistant Principal

Tanya SlySuperintendent Theresa Axford has announced that Tanya Sly will serve as the new assistant principal at Stanley Switlik Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year. Sly, who has been the literacy coach at SSE for the past six years, will step into the position previously held by Sarah Adams, who has transitioned to the district’s administrative offices.

Principal Linda Diaz is excited about her new AP, “Tanya’s dedication to our school as literacy coach has been invaluable, and I am so pleased to welcome her to the administrative team. Tanya will continue to build strong relationships with teachers, staff, parents and students. Her enthusiasm, love of literacy, knowledge of curriculum and strong leadership skills make her an ideal fit for the challenges of this position.”

Sly earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Michigan and completed her Master’s in Educational Leadership at Grand Canyon University in 2023.

Throughout her career, Sly has demonstrated remarkable versatility and dedication to education. She began as a Kindergarten teacher in an economically disadvantaged urban school in Michigan, where she became a certified Reading Recovery teacher and later served as an interventionist. Her commitment to literacy continued as she took on the role of countywide literacy coach before joining Stanley Switlik Elementary in 2018 as a literacy coach.

During her tenure at SSE, Mrs. Sly has been a cornerstone of instructional leadership, contributing significantly to the school’s distinguished staff. Her extensive expertise, unwavering passion, and empathetic approach have made her an invaluable mentor and colleague throughout Monroe County.

Mrs. Sly is enthusiastic about her new role as assistant principal at Stanley Switlik Elementary.

“I am thrilled about the opportunity to continue working within this incredible community,” said Sly. “I look forward to seeing all the familiar faces and welcoming new ones. I am grateful to be part of a community that wholeheartedly supports SSE and our students. Rest assured, every child who walks through our doors is cherished, and we are committed to working together as a team to meet their needs and help them thrive.”