Grant School District Hires McCumber as Elementary Principal

Rhonda McCumber to lead Seneca and Humbolt elementary schools starting in August 2026.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:00pm

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The Grant School District has hired Rhonda McCumber, the current superintendent of Prairie City, as the new principal of Seneca and Humbolt elementary schools. McCumber, who has extensive experience in various education roles, will start in the position on August 1, 2026.

Why it matters

The hiring of McCumber as the new elementary school principal is an important move for the Grant School District, as it looks to provide strong, experienced leadership at the elementary level. McCumber's background and track record suggest she will be able to build relationships, foster collaboration, and support student success at the two schools.

The details

According to the announcement, McCumber has served in a variety of roles during her career, including as a cook, custodian, special education director, elementary principal, and superintendent. District Superintendent Rebecca Nordtvedt, who led the hiring committee, praised McCumber's 'servant's heart' and 'genuine commitment to supporting others.' McCumber said she is 'honored and excited' to serve the Humbolt and Seneca communities and looks forward to working with staff and families.

  • McCumber will start in the principal roles on August 1, 2026.

The players

Rhonda McCumber

The current superintendent of Prairie City who was hired as the new principal of Seneca and Humbolt elementary schools in the Grant School District.

Rebecca Nordtvedt

The superintendent of the Grant School District who led the hiring committee that selected McCumber.

Will Blood

The chair of the Grant School Board, who said McCumber's hiring, along with the recent hire of Nordtvedt and the existing Grant Union Jr./Sr. High Principal Shanna Northway, provides the district with 'three solid, proven leaders' in critical roles.

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What they’re saying

“Rhonda leads with a servant's heart and a genuine commitment to supporting others. Her leadership reflects a belief that strong schools are built through relationships, service and collaboration, and I am confident she will provide steady, thoughtful leadership for Humbolt Elementary for many years to come.”

— Rebecca Nordtvedt, Superintendent, Grant School District

“I look forward to working alongside our staff and families to support our students and continue strong traditions at the school.”

— Rhonda McCumber

What’s next

McCumber will officially start in her new roles as principal of Seneca and Humbolt elementary schools on August 1, 2026.

The takeaway

The hiring of Rhonda McCumber as the new elementary school principal in the Grant School District is an important move that brings experienced, relationship-focused leadership to support student success at the two schools. McCumber's background and the district's other recent leadership hires suggest the district is well-positioned to continue building strong schools through collaboration and a commitment to supporting students.