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Board hires Dorca Shoemake as associate principal at East Lansing High School
Summary
The board approved the contract for Dorca Shoemake as associate principal at East Lansing High School effective Jan. 27, 2026; a public commenter, Kristen Fentner, spoke in support and trustees offered congratulations.
The East Lansing School District Board of Education approved hiring Dorca Shoemake as associate principal at East Lansing High School, effective Jan. 27, 2026.
Trustee Ferris Highland moved the contract approval and Trustees Chambers and Edel seconded. During public comment, Kristen Fentner spoke in support of Shoemake, calling her smart, kind and a strong fit for the position. Several trustees expressed enthusiasm for the hire; Shoemake addressed the board, thanking them and saying she looks forward to serving students and the community.
The board voted to approve the contract. The district will complete onboarding steps for the new associate principal.
