Pictured from left, are Erik, Molly, and Kristin Sederberg. Photo provided by Warsaw Community Schools.

Press Release

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ administration recently announced the selection of Kristin Sederberg as the next principal of Claypool Elementary School, pending school board approval in June.

Sederberg brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to this role.

She is a distinguished educator with a remarkable career spanning 22 years. Sederberg graduated from Elkhart Central High School and holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Butler University, a master’s degree in elementary education from Ball State University and an educational leadership licensure from Indiana University Bloomington.

Throughout her career, Sederberg has exhibited a deep commitment to education and has taught all elementary-grade levels in some capacity. Her dedication to professional development led her to serve as a summer school principal and a part-time staff developer for the past 12 years.

In addition, she successfully completed a year-long administrative practicum, further enhancing her leadership skills. From 2021 to 2023, Sederberg served as a district technology integration specialist, staying at the forefront of innovative educational practices.

Sederberg’s selection as principal of Claypool Elementary was a result of a thorough search process. The faculty and staff at Claypool, along with a focus group of parents, provided valuable feedback to the selection committee, who chose Sederberg from a pool of highly qualified applicants.

“We are very excited to welcome Kristin into our school community,” said WCS Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert. “The pool of applicants was very deep. Kristin comes to us very highly recommended and with a strong background in STEM, technology and literacy.”

“I am incredibly excited and deeply honored to join the Claypool Elementary community as its principal,” said Sederberg. “I look forward to collaborating with the dedicated faculty, staff, parents and students to provide a nurturing learning environment that ignites curiosity, fosters growth, and inspires a love for lifelong learning. I am humbled to be part of this journey and look forward to helping empower each and every Knight to reach their fullest potential.”

Sederberg is supported by her loving family, including her husband, Erik; and her daughter, Molly, who will be starting her freshman year at IU Bloomington in the fall.

WCS administration extends appreciation to all those involved in the selection process and welcomes Kristin Sederberg as the principal of Claypool Elementary.