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Kingfisher Today
By the People, for the People
Watonga Native Approved as Kingfisher High School's Next Principal
Lauren Coleman will take over leadership of the school starting next school year.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:36am
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The vibrant appointment of a new principal at Kingfisher High School signals a fresh start and renewed energy for the school community.Kingfisher TodayKingfisher High School's search for a new full-time principal has come to an end, with the school board approving the hiring of Lauren Coleman, a Watonga native, to lead the school starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. Superintendent Andy Evans praised the hire, calling it a "big-time" addition for the district.
Why it matters
The appointment of a new principal is a significant event for any school district, as the principal plays a crucial role in setting the tone, vision, and direction of the institution. Coleman's hiring comes at an important time for Kingfisher High School, which has been without a permanent principal for some period.
The details
According to the report, the Kingfisher High School board of education followed Superintendent Andy Evans' recommendation to hire Lauren Coleman as the school's next principal. Coleman, a Watonga native, will take over the role starting in the 2026-2027 school year.
- Coleman will begin as Kingfisher High School's principal in the 2026-2027 academic year.
The players
Lauren Coleman
A Watonga native who was approved by the Kingfisher High School board of education to become the school's next principal.
Andy Evans
The superintendent of Kingfisher High School, who recommended the hiring of Lauren Coleman as the school's next principal.
Kingfisher High School Board of Education
The reconfigured board of education that followed Superintendent Evans' recommendation to hire Lauren Coleman as the school's next principal.
What they’re saying
“This is a big-time hire for us.”
— Andy Evans, Superintendent
The takeaway
The hiring of Lauren Coleman as the new principal of Kingfisher High School represents an important transition for the school district, as it seeks to provide stable leadership and a clear vision for the future under Coleman's guidance.
