Wednesday, April 26, 2023

On behalf of our greater school community, we are pleased to announce that Assistant Principal Kevin Medeiros, a 2007 Haybaler alumnus, has been selected as the next principal of Hollister High School, effective July 1. He will succeed Adrian Ramirez, who announced in February that he has accepted the San Benito High School District’s newly-created Coordinator of Intervention position, starting in the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.

Mr. Medeiros, who earned an associates degree from Gavilan College, a bachelor of science in biology with an emphasis in pre-medicine from California State University Monterey Bay, and a teaching credential and master’s in education degree from National University, has served as an assistant principal this year after seven years teaching mathematics. Prior to that, he taught seventh and eighth grade at Tres Pinos Elementary School.

He said that he is “confident in my ability to add a positive impact to the principal position,” after having the opportunity “to collaborate with students, staff and parents to create a positive learning environment” in his assistant principal’s role, along with experience as the summer school principal and assistant principal, as well as the migrant summer school lead.

Impacting Student Lives

“As a leader, I am driven by a strong sense of purpose and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of students,” he said. “I believe in empowering staff to take ownership of their professional growth and development, and I have a track record of building cohesive teams that work collaboratively to achieve shared goals.”

Mr. Medeiros was a three-sport athlete during his time as a student on campus and was named the male scholar-athlete of the year as a senior. He also coached Baler junior varsity football and baseball in recent years.

“I had many teachers and coaches that helped mold me into the person I am today,” he said, adding, “I got into education to give back to students in an effort to provide them with a similar experience to what I had. I take a lot of pride in this high school and I want to continue to give back to students in my role as principal.”

Educational Roots

Education as a profession runs in the family, as Mr. Medeiros’ father, Luciano, was a longtime educational administrator in San Benito County and his mom, Joyce, is a retired teacher. Both of his parents are Haybaler alumni, as is his sister, Mary, and wife, Stephanie, with whom he has a daughter, Leah.

Mr. Medeiros said that he is committed to building strong relationships and “promoting a culture of inclusivity and equity. I have experience working with diverse student populations and have been intentional in creating an environment that supports and values all students.”

A Vision For the Future

San Benito High School District Board of Trustees President John Corrigan congratulated Mr. Medeiros on his new role, which was formalized during Tuesday’s Board meeting.

“I know Kevin will do a great job leading the school into the future and will execute our mission of educating all students to their fullest potential,” he said.

Superintendent Dr. Shawn Tennenbaum noted: “Wishing much success and encouragement for Mr. Medeiros in his new role, as Hollister High School ushers in a new era, building off the strong foundation and legacy left by the current administration, led by Principal Adrian Ramirez. We look forward to continued prosperity and future success for all students in and out of the classroom.”

Mr. Medeiros, who has developed innovative strategies to increase student engagement in his role as an assistant principal, said he has a “great sense of pride when it comes to Hollister High School and the community of Hollister.”