The Region 4 Office is pleased to announce that Allison Jankovich, acting principal at Sangster Elementary School, has been selected as the new principal of Sangster Elementary School effective May 26, 2021.

Ms. Allison Jankovich has over 20 years of experience in education, beginning her career as 3^rd grade teacher at James McHenry Elementary School in Prince George’s County. She joined Fairfax County Public Schools in 2002 as 2^nd grade teacher at Sangster Elementary School. She has since called Sangster her home for the past 19 years, serving as a classroom teacher in the 2^nd, 3^rd and 6^th grades for nine years, and then transitioning to a leadership role as an assistant principal in 2011. She was recently named the Outstanding Leader for Region 4 for her work and dedication to the Sangster community as the acting principal during this unprecedented school year.

Ms. Jankovich places emphasis in maintaining an effective and safe learning environment that is welcoming, inclusive, orderly and conducive to the learning needs of all students. She values collaboration with pyramid principals and FCPS departments to problem solve issues, share ideas and develop cohesive communication. She communicates effectively and consistently with all stakeholders to create a positive and inclusive environment. Ms. Jankovich also recognizes the importance of cultivating teachers’ professional development as educators and leaders by providing them counsel, feedback and the opportunity to participate in professional learning.

Ms. Jankovich is beyond excited to remain a part of the Falcons family and is honored to serve as principal of Sangster Elementary. She looks forward to maintaining and advancing the academic success as well as embracing the community’s commitments to equity and education. In her spare time, she enjoys music, traveling to Pennsylvania and Maryland to visit her family and taking care of her nieces.  She is an animal lover and looks forward to walking her dog each day.

Ms. Jankovich holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Arts in Education from Virginia Polytech Institute and State University.

Please join me in welcoming Ms. Allison Jankovich as the new principal at Sangster Elementary School.