Administrative Addition: RAL is joined by new vice principal, Jill Anderson

As the school year begins, the RAL administration is joined by a new vice principal, Jill Anderson.

Anderson recently joined RAL from the Washougal School District. She has a bachelor’s degree from Washington State University, her CTE from Central Washington University, and masters in both Administration and Counseling from City University.

In Washougal, Anderson was previously the principal of an alternative high school, Excelsior High School, for 3 years and an associate principal at Jemtegaard Middle School for 2 years. She also worked at Washougal High School as a counselor for 4 years and was an associate principal for 2 years.

“She’s a great match for RAL,” said Reeves, the new principal at RAL.

Anderson plans to encourage students to go to their classes and support them in a positive way. She believes it is student’s responsibility to come to school and be respectful and responsible.

“Increasing the learning at RAL is one of my main focuses,” Anderson said. “All students are capable of learning.”

This year, Anderson hopes for lots of student support and encouragement at sporting events. She also looks forward to successful dances and wants students to have a good time.

“I hope students can be respectful and show good sportsmanship and character at all school events,” Anderson said.

Outside of school, Anderson loves traveling, especially going out of the country. She also enjoys kayaking, snorkeling, music, theater and spending time with her family. She has two children and a grandson, Jude, named after the Beatles song “Hey Jude.”

“I love to travel, I go somewhere almost every school break,” Anderson said. “I go to Mexico every summer to do mission work. I go with students and we build about thirty houses and spend time with families.”

Anderson anticipates a great year and she hopes to improve RAL.

“I’ve noticed a great sense of pride and connection at RAL,” Anderson said. “I’m looking forward to learning more about the school and students as the year progresses.”