John Haley joins the Orrick R-XI School District as its high school principal this year.

Haley is filling the position vacated by Michelle Wityk, who left the district.

“I am passionate about the work we do as educators to support all students, ensuring they are all given the best opportunity to reach their full potential,” Haley said in Orrick’s school newsletter.

Haley graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri. He also has completed the Kansas City Teacher Residency program and earned his master of education degree from Park University. In addition, he has earned an education specialist degree, with an emphasis in educational leadership, through the University of Central Missouri, he said.

Haley had worked for North Kansas City School District 74 since 2014 before taking the Orrick job.

Haley and his wife Faith have three sons, Canaan, Luke and Micah.