Plainfield Public Schools Announces Leadership Appointments at Plainfield High School
Plainfield, CT – November 19, 2025 – At the November Board of Education meeting, Plainfield Public Schools announced two key leadership appointments at Plainfield High School (PHS), effective November 24, 2025. Stacey W. Kelleher has been named the new Principal of PHS, and Erin Quinn has been appointed Interim Assistant Principal for the first semester of the 2025–2026 school year. Both leaders bring exceptional qualifications, deep ties to the district, and a shared commitment to fostering strong academic and social-emotional growth for all students.
Mrs. Stacey W. Kelleher Named Principal of Plainfield High School
A distinguished educational leader and long-time member of the Plainfield Public Schools community, Stacey W. Kelleher brings extensive administrative experience and a proven record of promoting positive school climate. Her leadership history reflects a strong focus on academic excellence, relationship-building, and restorative practices.
Kelleher has served as Assistant Principal at PHS since 2019 and previously spent seven years as Assistant Principal at Plainfield Central Middle School. Her 12 years of administrative leadership have included guiding academic program development, managing pilot curriculum initiatives in Science and Language Arts, and establishing opportunities for at-risk students through the district’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). She has also collaborated closely with counselors to expand comprehensive social-emotional programming.
A former business education teacher at PHS and Griswold High School, Kelleher was recognized as Teacher of the Year in 2009. Her additional accomplishments at Plainfield High School include: co-chairing the NEASC Accreditation Steering Committee in 2010, coordinating visiting committee responsibilities, and co-editing accreditation documentation; leading the revision of PHS’s Mission, Core Values and Beliefs, and school-wide rubrics; and chairing the District & School Climate Committee at the middle school, where she developed survey tools and protocols to strengthen school climate and culture.
Kelleher holds a Sixth Year Degree of Advanced Study in Administration and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Sacred Heart University, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Eastern Connecticut State University.
Accepting the position Mrs. Kelleher noted, “To accept the principalship in the town that raised me, is truly an honor. I feel a profound sense of pride for our school community and look forward to the opportunity to lead Plainfield High School as we build upon our school culture, climate, and innovative programming to prepare our students for success beyond graduation.”
Erin Quinn Appointed Interim Assistant Principal
Plainfield High School is also pleased to announce that Erin Quinn has been selected as Interim Assistant Principal, serving through the first semester. Quinn is a dedicated educator with experience in both classroom instruction and district-level instructional support.
Most recently, Quinn has served as the district’s Instructional Technology Coach, supporting teachers in integrating technology effectively into curriculum and instruction. Prior to this role, she was a valued mathematics teacher at Plainfield Central Middle School, where she demonstrated strong instructional leadership and a commitment to student growth.
The full-time Assistant Principal position will be posted this evening and will remain open until December 5. The district is planning to have a new full-time Assistant Principal in place by the end of the first semester January 16th.
“I am excited and honored to support Plainfield High School in this interim position. Plainfield has a special place in my heart and I look forward to helping the school make a smooth transition to their new leadership.”
Superintendent Paul Brenton:
“Mrs. Kelleher has consistently demonstrated an exceptional work ethic and the highest standards of professionalism throughout her many years in Plainfield. Her dedication to students, staff, and the school community gives me tremendous confidence as she steps into the role of Principal. I am equally confident that the addition of Erin Quinn as Interim Assistant Principal will strengthen the leadership team during this transition. Together, their experience, commitment, and vision will ensure continued success for Plainfield High School.”
Board of Education Chairperson Mr Mike Broughton:
“We regret Mr. Peel’s early departure but sincerely thank him for his dedicated service and extend our best wishes to him and his family for the future. We are pleased to continue working with Ms. Kelleher in her new role as Principal of PHS and express our gratitude to Ms. Quinn for stepping in as Interim Assistant Principal during this transition.”