URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – The Urbana Board of Education has officially appointed Megan Kirby as the next Principal of Thomas Paine Elementary School, with her new role beginning on July 23.
Kirby currently serves as an Associate Principal at Jefferson Middle School and brings a rich background in education, including prior experience as an elementary assistant principal and nine years as a special education teacher. She is known for her collaborative leadership style and dedication to creating inclusive, academically focused school environments.
Kirby is also a proud product of Urbana schools, having attended Thomas Paine Elementary as a child and graduating from Urbana High School in 2008. She holds a Master’s degree in Educational Organization and Leadership along with a Director of Special Education Endorsement.
In a statement, the Urbana School District said it is excited to welcome Kirby back “home,” noting her deep personal ties to the community and strong commitment to student success.