New Principal Selected for Marple Newtown High

After a national search the Marple Newtown Board of School Directors recently approved a new high school principal.

Gregory Puckett was unanimously approved by the board as the new principal of Marple Newtown High School.

He will officially take over the role on July 1.

Puckett is a graduate of Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Secondary Education in Social Studies, a Masters of Educational Leadership from Widener University and he is currently enrolled in the Doctoral program at Widener University.

He has been assistant principal and principal at Springfield Township High School since 2008.

Born and raised in Delaware County, Puckett currently lives in Middletown Township with his wife and three children. He also coaches his children’s youth football and basketball teams.

"I am truly excited to join the Marple Newtown School District. Having lived my whole life in Delaware County I know how special the Marple Newtown Community is. I look forward to meeting the staff, parents, and most of all, the students at Marple Newtown High School. If you see me out in the community do not hesitate to introduce yourself and say hello. Go Tigers!” Puckett said in a press release.

Puckett will work closely with the current administration to ensure a smooth transition to the high school community.

This press release was provided by the Marple Newtown School District.