Lansing High School Principal Named State's Best
Everett High School families see improved graduation rates and safer campus culture under the principal's leadership.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Amy Boyles, principal of Everett High School in Lansing, was recently named High School Principal of the Year by the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. The honor highlights her leadership in stabilizing staff and improving student outcomes since taking the helm in 2021.
Why it matters
The recognition underscores the impact of school leadership on local family logistics, specifically regarding campus safety and student academic success. These administrative changes directly influence the environment where Lansing families send their children each day.
The award recognizes a performance turnaround at Everett High School, where annual office discipline referrals dropped to under 400 from a previous baseline of more than 2,000. Additionally, the school has achieved a 95% graduation rate under Boyles' tenure.
The players
Amy Boyles
The principal of Everett High School who has 25 years of experience in the education sector.
Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals
The professional organization that provides advocacy and development for school leaders across the state.
The details
The award committee credited Boyles with addressing systemic challenges regarding school safety, student engagement, and staff stability. Since becoming principal in 2021, she has implemented leadership strategies that fostered a more consistent environment for both students and staff members. The ceremony was held directly in the school gymnasium to honor her 25 years of experience in the education sector.
Timeline
2021: Amy Boyles began her tenure as principal of Everett High School.
October 2026: Boyles was formally presented with the state principal of the year award.
Spring 2027: The winner of the national competition will be announced.
The Home Front
This achievement sits within the broader context of state-monitored school performance standards that track graduation rates and climate stability. Such administrative milestones serve as a bellwether for the quality of local public school resources available to Lansing families.
Parents with students at Everett High School should keep an eye on upcoming school board meetings to see how these leadership initiatives translate into future campus programming. Reviewing your school's annual performance report is a practical way to track how these changes affect your student's learning environment.
The takeaway
Effective school leadership is a vital indicator of the health and safety of your neighborhood campus environment. Local families can monitor the impact of these administrative shifts by reviewing the school's updated graduation and discipline data in the next district transparency report.
What happens next
Amy Boyles will compete as a nominee for the National Principals Association High School Principal of the Year, with the winner scheduled to be announced in the spring of 2027.
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