05/20/2026
Dear Vernon Families,
On Monday, the Vernon Board of Education approved Michael Savignano as the new Principal at Lake Street School, effective July 1, 2026. He replaces Tracy Duenzl, who is retiring after 13 years as Principal at LSS. Mike was the Assistant Principal at Vernon Center Middle School for the past 4 years. Prior to that, he was the Instructional Coach at VCMS and taught in Vernon since August 2006 as a Language Arts Teacher and Department Facilitator. Mike has extensive experience with English Language Arts (ELA) Curriculum Development, Master Scheduling & Course Offerings, and Positive School Climate Practices. He received his Sixth Year Degree in Educational Leadership from the Central CT State University, his Master’s degree in Education and his Bachelor’s Degree in English, both from the University of Connecticut. Please join me in welcoming Mike to the Principalship in Vernon. Thank you for your continued support during this transitional period.
Joseph P. Macary, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Town of Vernon, Connecticut