Kelly Clapp grew up in Snohomish, WA and then attended Western Washington University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Education and majoring in English. She began teaching English and language arts right after graduation and was also a high school track and cross country coach. Along the way, Kelly earned her Master’s Degree from Lesley University and her Principal’s Certification through Western.She began her administrative career at Everett High School and then served as the principal of Redmond Middle School in the Lake Washington School District for the last seven years.

Kelly is thrilled to be the new principal of Juanita High School. She believes that JHS should be a place where respect and inclusion provide the foundation for all aspects of the school community so that each student feels safe, supported and hopeful about their futures.