The Spencerport Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of David Caiazza as principal of Bernabi Elementary School. He will begin on August 1, following the retirement of Andrea Campo.
David Caiazza, whose career in education began in Spencerport in 2003, was selected from a strong pool of candidates and a field of three outstanding finalists. Bernabi staff and parents served on the interview committee and provided invaluable input into the selection.
Superintendent of Schools Mike Crumb said that Caiazza brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, leadership and enthusiasm.
“David has always put students first, and approaches every decision on what is best for them,” Crumb said. “His vast experience at the elementary level will serve the Bernabi learning community well and his enthusiasm and team focus will provide a smooth transition in continuing to build on student successes and achievements.”
For the past five years, Caiazza has served as part of the leadership team at Cosgrove Middle School as dean of students (2011-12) and assistant principal (2012-present). Prior to 2011, Caiazza taught fourth and fifth grades at Taylor Elementary School for eight years.
Of his appointment, Caiazza said, “The opportunity to join the Bernabi learning community is a dream-come-true! Having visited and worked with people in the building many times during my 13 years in the district, I have always been impressed with how talented the faculty is, how involved parents are and above all, how welcoming the students have been. Bernabi Elementary is an incredible place and I feel honored to be its next principal!”
Caiazza earned his Bachelor of Science degree in elementary and special education from Keuka College, and his Master of Science in education from SUNY Brockport. In 2010, he obtained his certificate of advanced study in educational administration, also from SUNY Brockport.
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