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Hello Marcus Families,

I am honored to serve as principal of Marcus Whitman Middle School and to be part of a community that believes every student deserves to be known, valued, and challenged. This is a special place, and I am proud to call it home.

With more than twenty years of experience in education, I have taught and led across K–12 public and dual language schools. As a first-generation college graduate and lifelong learner, I know firsthand the difference a great school can make, and I bring that belief to work every day.

My focus has always been on literacy, leadership, and school culture, building places where students feel safe, supported, challenged, and inspired to grow. I love developing people, solving problems, and creating schools where both students and adults thrive.

At MWMS, my goal is to work alongside our incredible students, families, and staff to make Marcus Whitman a premier school of choice in Washington State.

I am so glad you are here.

~ Tara Ranzy, Principal