Brett Cluff Named Shelburne Co-Principal

 

We are pleased to share that Brett Cluff has been appointed as the Shelburne Community School Co-Principal for grades 5-8. He will jointly lead with Alison Celmer. He follows Scott Sivo, who is moving on to a position in another district at the end of this school year. Brett will assume his leadership duties on July 1, 2022.

SCS PreK-4 principal Alison Celmer is thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Brett. “I'm excited to welcome Brett Cluff back to CVSD. As someone who received his education through our school system at Charlotte Central School and Champlain Valley Union High School, he brings a unique perspective to the district from being a student to becoming a leader. Brett also brings a new perspective to our district based on his previous experiences in different educational settings outside of Vermont. He is calm, consistent, and a great listener who values kindness, collaboration, and flexibility aligning well with my values of kindness, belonging, and growth. I look forward to collaborating with Brett as his family settles into the Shelburne community!”

Mr. Cluff’s recent leadership roles as an assistant principal and senior instructional coach in the New York City public schools prepare him well for this role. He also taught 5th grade in New York and most recently, 6th grade math and science in Essex Junction, Vermont.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Middlebury College, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Pace University, and a Master of Arts in Education Policy and Social Analysis from Teachers College at Columbia University. He earned an Advanced Certificate from the City University of New York - Bernard Baruch College. Brett is originally from Charlotte, Vermont, and is a product of CVSD schools.

Superintendent Rene Sanchez enthusiastically welcomes Cluff, “We are excited for CVSD native, Brett Cluff, to take the helm of Shelburne Community school. His local roots and the administrative experience he gained while working in New York City Public Schools will both be of great value to Shelburne Community School and CVSD. “

Brett shared his excitement about this new opportunity with us, “As a graduate of CVSD schools and parent of soon-to-be SCS students, I am thrilled to be joining the SCS community as co-principal. It is an honor to have been selected, and I look forward to working in partnership with all students, staff members, and families to continue the tradition of excellence that's been established at SCS over the years."

We all look forward to welcoming Brett officially as the SCS co-principal on July 1.