Personnel Announcement:
Stanly County Schools is pleased to announce that Ms. Kate Blazer has been named the new Principal of North Stanly High School.
Ms. Blazer brings a wealth of experience in education, having started her career in 2011. She has served in a variety of roles across multiple grade levels and school settings, including High School Science and Math Teacher at Performance Learning Center High in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), Dean of Students at Lebanon Road Elementary in CMS, and Assistant Principal at J.H. Gunn Elementary in CMS. Most recently, she has served as the Principal of Norwood Elementary here in Stanly County Schools.
During her two years at Norwood Elementary, Ms. Blazer made a tremendous impact on the school community, leading the shift from a low-performing status with a “D” school performance grade to a non-low-performing school. Under her leadership, student achievement has shown continued growth.
Ms. Blazer holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Queens University of Charlotte, as well as a Master’s Degree in School Administration and a Master’s Degree in English as a Second Language, both from UNC Charlotte. She also holds an Advanced Placement Teacher Certification and a North Carolina Principal License.
A committed educator and community leader, Ms. Blazer shared,
“As a principal and educator, my mission is to ensure that every student receives a high-quality education that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to shape their own future. I am committed to fostering a school environment where no student leaves at a disadvantage due to educational gaps. Every decision I make is grounded in the belief that our work should open doors, not close them. Education should empower every student with the freedom and confidence to pursue whatever path they choose in life.”
We are excited to welcome Ms. Blazer to the Comet family and look forward to the leadership, passion, and student-centered focus she will bring to North Stanly High School.
Please join us in congratulating Ms. Kate Blazer on her new role!