Assistant Principal
Dan Styer
Contact:  [email protected]

I’m so excited to be part of the leadership team here at King George Middle School! My goal is always to see growth out of every student. During my career, that is always the goal and I look forward to opportunities to make this happen every day. I started my career teaching in what was the old King George High School building, and I’m thrilled to be back to the same building where I started my teaching career.

Before arriving at KGMS as Assistant Principal, I also served in this role at King George Elementary. While at that school, I was able to lead efforts in school improvement to increase pass rates in Science and Math while decreasing the chronic absentee rate.

Prior to that, I had an Assistant Principal experience pushing Washington District Elementary to full accreditation in Westmoreland County. I also served as the Director of Student Services on the division leadership team at Colonial Beach Schools to successfully lead the school out of the COVID-19 school closures.

As Assistant Principal, I look forward to the relationships I will build with students, families, and all other stakeholders at King George Middle School. Please reach out to me with any questions and I’ll be sure to get back to you as soon as possible.

Assistant Principal:
Elena Wood
Contact: ewood@kgcs.k12.va.us

I am very excited to be a part of the King George Middle School leadership team.  I am honored to be joining such a dedicated staff and community that make King George Middle School a great place for students to learn and grow.  

Allow me to share a little bit about myself. I have previous experience in teaching special education at both the elementary and secondary level.  I have a strong passion for academic excellence, social and emotional learning, and creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. 

My education journey includes a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Special Education, General Curriculum from Liberty University. Most recently I received my certification in Administration and Supervision from Longwood University.   Before entering the educational community, I also worked as a Therapeutic Day Treatment Counselor as well as an Intensive In Home Counselor, experiences that continue to shape my approach to supporting the whole child.

My decision to become an administrator came from my desire to have a positive impact on the students we serve.  I look forward to working collaboratively with our administrative team to carry out the mission and vision of King George Middle School, while striving to ensure that every student has access to a safe and enriching learning experience.

I believe "it takes a village" to ensure student success and hope to promote successful collaboration for the needs of our students.  I am a life-long learner and expect that I will continue to learn from our staff, students and community.  I am excited to bring my experience, passion, and creativity to the team and hope to learn your strengths and passions as well.