Pella High School officially announced the hire of the building’s new principal.

Adam Beckel will be joining the district on July 1st. Beckel is filling the position after Eric Nelson retires at the end of this school year. Beckel earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education at the University of Iowa and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership at Drake University. He has fifteen years of educational experience, including six years as a high school science teacher, three years as a school improvement leader, and nearly six years in his current position as vice principal at Lincoln High School in Des Moines. Superintendent Greg Ebeling says Beckel will be a great fit to the ongoing successes at Pella High, including the expansion of the apprenticeship programs and Career Academy.

“Pella High School is excited to welcome Adam and his family to the Pella community,” commented Superintendent Greg Ebeling. “Adam will bring a wealth of experience from Des Moines Lincoln to Pella High School next year. He truly stood out among other high quality candidates as having an ability to connect with students and support all types of learners.”

Beckel was selected following a series of interviews with three other candidates in January, with the Pella School Board formally approving his contract at their most recent meeting.