Principal

Holloway came to the District with a wealth of leadership experience and is well known as an experienced administrator, having previously served as principal at McKinley Classical Leadership Academy in Saint Louis Public Schools. Holloway,most recently served as the associate principal at McCluer High School.Prior to those roles, he served as assistant principal at Metro Academic and Classical High School in SLPS. 

He began his career in education as a social studies teacher and program director at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School. In addition to his school leadership, Holloway has served in several fellowships, including Focus St. Louis, Teach for America, Forward Through Ferguson, and The Opportunity Trust.

Holloway is a native of St. Louis, born and raised in North St. Louis city. As a leader he has always had a focus as a community builder and building academic success within schools. 

He holds a doctorate in educational leadership and administration from Maryville University and a master’s degree from University of Missouri - St. Louis. He also holds a bachelor’s degree from University of Missouri-Columbia.

Assistant Principal | Freshmans

Hughes currently serves as an assistant principal at Cross Keys Middle. Before joining Cross Keys, he served as an assistant principal at McCluer North. Prior to joining the District, he began his career in education as a high school science teacher for 14 years. Hughes served as a chemistry, physics and biology teacher in the Hazelwood School District and the STEAM and Career Pathway coordinator in Normandy School District.

He holds a master’s degree from University of Missouri-Columbia and a master’s degree in educational administration from University of Missouri-St. Louis. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Truman State University.

Assistant Principal | Sophmores

Harrold is a proud alumnus of McCluer High School. He previously served as the director of family and community engagement since 2019. Prior to that role was a science teacher and coach from 2006 to 2019 at McCluer South-Berkeley High School. He was awarded the 2017 Apple Teacher of the Year and the Challenger Learning Center Inspiring Teacher Award in 2019. He began his career in education as a classroom teacher in the Wentzville School District.

He is pursuing his doctorate from Liberty University. He holds a master’s degree in educational administration and bachelor’s degree from Lindenwood University.

Assistant Principal | Juniors

Hopkins brings more than a decade of experience in education, with a focus on instructional leadership, school improvement, and student advocacy. She has worked across public, private, and charter schools, serving in various leadership roles including instructional support leader, founding principal, academic instructional coach, and educational consultant.

In her consulting work, Hopkins trained school leaders across the Midwest in research-based math instruction and schoolwide improvement strategies. Most recently, she supported McCluer North’s academic planning efforts, offering coaching and strategic support across content areas.

Hopkins is known for her work in data-driven instruction and restorative practices, leading efforts to boost classroom engagement, academic performance, and inclusive school culture.

She holds certifications in school leadership, mathematics, and special education in both Missouri and Illinois. Hopkins earned a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and master’s degrees in educational leadership and mathematics education from Western Governors University. She is currently pursuing a doctorate educational leadership from South College.

Assistant Principal | Seniors

Assistant Principal, McCluer North

Suess has been in education for eight years. She currently serves an assistant principal at McCluer North. Before joining McCluer North, she was an instructional support leader at Wedgwood 6th Grade Center. Prior to that role she served as a math teacher at Ferguson Middle for six years.

She holds a master’s degree in educational administration and bachelor’s degree from University of Missouri - St. Louis.

Athletic Director