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James Allrich

2022 Maryland Principal of the Year
Argyle Middle School

James Allrich is a student-centered leader committed to ensuring the success of each child through high expectations, collaboration, equitable access and excellence in teaching and learning. He has been the principal at Argyle Middle School, a whole school tech magnet in Montgomery County Maryland for nine years. He is a fierce advocate for social-emotional, equitable and anti-racist practices. His strong leadership and involvement extend beyond the school building. Mr. Allrich serves on the MASSP Board and the Montgomery County Association of Administrators Principals (MCAAP) Board of Directors. He was named the Maryland Association of Secondary School Principals - Principal of the Year for 2022.

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