RCS is pleased to welcome two new assistant principals to our leadership team for the 2025-26 school year.
Jeffery Artist joins the RCS High School leadership team as our new Assistant Principal. The Board of Education approved Jeff last month to begin on July 7, 2025. Jeff replaces John Thorsen, who assisted us as an interim for most of the 2024-25 school year.
Jeff brings 14 years of experience as a dedicated educator, having taught both high school and middle school English, and most recently serving as a Teacher Leader for Professional Development in the Chatham Central School District. He has led curriculum development, facilitated restorative practices, and supported staff and students alike with a thoughtful, collaborative leadership style.
RCS is also happy to welcome Traci Johnson as our new Elementary Assistant Principal for A.W. Becker and Pieter B. Coeymans. Traci was appointed at the August 6, 2025, Board of Education meeting and brings more than 20 years of experience in education to her new role.
Traci has served as a building principal for 13 years at All Saints Catholic Academy, where she led with a focus on academic excellence and a strong sense of community. Prior to that, she was assistant principal at Saint Helen’s School in Niskayuna for three years. Her career began in the classroom, where she taught elementary students for six years and developed an understanding of student needs and learning.
We are excited to welcome Jeff and Traci to the RCS community and look forward to the perspective and leadership they will bring.