Interim Principal

Allison was born and raised in Claremont, California, and earned her Bachelor’s degree and teaching credentials from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. After completing student teaching in K–6 classrooms and supporting early literacy, she began her career as a middle school math teacher in San Jose before transitioning into the role of site instructional coach. During this time, she also earned her M.A. in Educational Administration from Concordia University.

Her school leadership background includes serving as an Assistant Principal at both the high school and middle school levels, most recently at Sunnyvale Middle School. Allison is deeply honored and excited to bring her passion for education to the Cherry Chase Elementary community as Interim Principal for the 2026–2027 school year!