Harrisburg High School-John Harris Campus. File photo.
Harrisburg will again be on the search for a new principal for its main high school.
Harrisburg High School-John Harris Campus Principal Christopher Sattele is set to resign on Dec. 8, according to the district’s board meeting agenda on Tuesday.
Sattele became the interim principal in October 2024, following the resignation of Laquan Magruder. Before that, Sattele was the assistant principal, starting in July 2023.
Sattele is leaving Harrisburg for another district, Superintendent Dr. Benjamin Henry told TheBurg.
“Over the past three years, Dr. Sattele has been deeply committed to the Harrisburg School District and the John Harris Campus,” Henry said. “He has been a true champion for our students—his leadership, compassion, and dedication to student success will be greatly missed.”
Henry said that he would be meeting with human resources to review a list of potential replacements. Since the district recently conducted a search for a principal, Henry said he was confident that they’d find a candidate.
At past board meetings, several members of the public have expressed concern over the amount of turnover in the principal position at John Harris.
Before Sattele, Magruder served in the role for a little over a year before he was arrested for violating a protection-from-abuse order and later resigned. Before Magruder, Michelle Felton held the post for about two years.
“John Harris, like many high schools across the country, faces both incredible opportunities and significant challenges,” Henry said. “As the national teacher shortage continues, we’re also seeing a growing shortage of experienced school leaders. This makes retaining and recruiting strong principals increasingly difficult across districts.”
For more information, visit Harrisburg School District’s website.
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