Ashleigh Townsend

It is a true pleasure to join the Jeffers Hill team this year as an Assistant Principal. I firmly believe that all students deserve to go to a school that inspires and empowers them to excel each and every day. The Jeffers Hill Elementary staff is committed to building genuine relationships with students, families, and community that nurture and support our young learners’ growth and achievement. Together, we will create partnerships that reach beyond the classroom walls to ensure student success and well-being. Over the past 17 years, I have been an administrator and educator at both the elementary and middle school level in Montgomery and Howard County Public Schools. Before coming to Jeffers Hill, I was the Assistant Principal at Deep Run Elementary from 2019-2024. During my instructional career I have served as an instrumental music teacher in grades 3-8 and team leader. I earned both my Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Maryland and my Administration Certification from Towson University. When I am not at school, you will find me spending time with my husband Ben and our two daughters Paige (10) and Margot (5). I enjoy traveling, music, yoga, photography, and cheering on my kids during their soccer and rugby games. Please feel free to reach out at any time, my door is always open. I look forward to connecting with you!