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Dublin Unified School District recently announced several leadership appointments, including Erin Magill’s promotion from assistant principal at Murray Elementary School to inaugural principal at Shamrock Hills TK-8 School ahead of its expected opening in fall 2026.
DUSD also named Dublin High School assistant principal Whitney Dwyer as the district’s director of equity, inclusion and student services as well as DUSD newcomers Catherine “Katie” Cunningham and Meghan Rossi as Dublin High’s newest assistant principals. All three are set to fill vacancies and begin their positions at the beginning of the 2025-26 school year.
The new leadership positions were announced at the DUSD Board of Trustees meeting on April 29.
“These appointments signify the strength of our district from within, as we see Erin and Whitney step into new leadership roles, bringing their established expertise and dedication to new positions in the district,” DUSD Superintendent Chris Funk said in a statement.
“It’s equally important to infuse our district with fresh perspectives, and we are fortunate to welcome Katie and Meghan, whose diverse experiences will undoubtedly add to the Dublin High experience and contribute to the continued success of its students,” Funk added.
Prior to joining DUSD in 2021, Magill worked for 10 years in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District as an elementary school teacher, a math instructional coach and a teacher on special assignment for administration, according to a statement by the district. On special assignment, she also served as an assistant principal at the elementary level. Meanwhile, she said she participated in site and district equity leadership teams to help support traditionally marginalized or underserved students.
Within DUSD, Magill has overseen intervention programs, led the coordination of services team, managed student support services and advanced the district’s equity initiatives, according to the statement.
In addition to her experience in the field, she is equipped with a master’s in education from Saint Mary’s College.
“Erin brings a strong background in academic excellence, social-emotional learning, and community building — skills essential for shaping the culture and vision of Shamrock Hills from the ground up,” district officials said in a statement.
Of her new role, Magill said she is “beyond excited”.
“I am committed to laying a strong, reliable foundation for a thriving learning community where students, families and staff feel a true sense of belonging,” Magill told the Pleasanton Weekly. “I believe that school is and should be a place for joy, which I hope to be a part of the foundation of Shamrock Hills.”
At the district-level, Dwyer is set to lead equity, inclusion and student services.
Since joining DUSD in 2021, Dwyer has overseen departments, supervised student activities, managed the AVID and UC course articulation programs and co-facilitated staff professional development, according to the statement. Her districtwide contributions include work on the site equity team, PBIS team, budget committee, grading committee and the ethnic studies curriculum team.
Dwyer holds a master’s in urban education and an administrative services credential.
“Her deep commitment to student advocacy and her strong background in equity-centered leadership will serve DUSD well in her new role,” district officials said of Dwyer.
As for new faces in the district, Cunningham and Rossi will fill the positions held by Diane Santamorena (who is retiring) and Lisa Diaconis (who is leaving DUSD), according to Dehnert.
Cunningham, a Bay Area native, currently serves as an assistant principal in Oregon. She has accumulated 25 years of education experience and holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of the Pacific, a master’s degree in American history from Cal State East Bay and a principal license from Portland State University.
Cunningham’s work includes leading initiatives in academic support, student equity, and restorative practices in diverse school communities similar to DHS, according to the statement.
Also joining DHS, Rossi brings 16 years of educational experience to her new role, including over a decade as an English teacher at San Ramon Valley High School and Mt. Eden High School.
While teaching courses including AP language, composition and women’s literature, she acted as department chair and instructional coach. Rossi has also served as an administrative teacher on special assignment and multi-tiered system of support district liaison to support teacher development and student success initiatives.
Rossi holds a master’s degree in educational administration from San Francisco State University.
