My name is Sarah Gruen, and I’m super excited to be joining the Riverdale Chieftain team!! I have spent the last 24 years as a middle school teacher and 10 years as an athletic director. I started my career at La Crosse Logan Middle School and have spent the last several years working for the Royall School District as a middle school math teacher. This will be my first year as an administrator, but I’m ready to thrive at the challenge a new position brings. I have absolutely loved my time in the classroom, but I’m excited to positively impact the staff and students at Riverdale from a different role.
I received my bachelor’s degree in Elementary/Middle Level Education from UW-Eau Claire in 1999. I then went on to earn my master’s degree (reading license) and my Educational Leadership degree from Viterbo University in 2001 and 2009 respectively.
I’ve been married to my husband, Mark, for 25 years and together we have five kids. Our oldest son, Darren, is a UW-Whitewater college graduate working for American Berry Company. Emma is a senior at UW-Eau Claire studying Rehabilitation Science Pre-PT, and she’s on the Blugold track team. Bryce is a junior at UW-La Crosse studying Supply Chain Management. Marah is a freshman at UW-Eau Claire, pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse practitioner. She’s also on the Blugold volleyball team. And our youngest daughter, Bria, is a junior in high school.
In my free time I love reading, being a fan at numerous sporting events, but mostly I just love spending time and enjoying life with my family and friends!
As the principal of Riverdale Junior/Senior High School, I believe it is my responsibility to foster a safe, collaborative, and supportive environment for all to grow and succeed. I look forward to working together and making it a great school year! I can’t wait to get to know the staff, students, and communities of Riverdale!
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