Meet Principal Molly Garcia
Mountainside High School is proud to have Molly Garcia as our principal.
Mrs. Garcia brings more than 30 years of experience in education, having served as a teacher, instructional coach, and principal in Arizona schools. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to supporting student success, strengthening instructional practices, and developing strong school leaders.
Many in the Nadaburg community may already know Mrs. Garcia through her work with Leader in Me, where she partnered with district staff to enhance leadership development and cultivate positive school cultures. Most recently, she served as a Coach and Consultant with FranklinCovey Education, supporting educators and administrators across the region.
Mrs. Garcia spent the last decade of her school-based career in Dysart Unified School District, where she led Luke Elementary School as the region’s first Leader in Me Lighthouse School. Her servant leadership, commitment to student achievement, and focus on building a supportive learning environment left a lasting impact on students, staff, and families.
In addition to her school leadership experience, Mrs. Garcia has facilitated professional development in leadership and effective instructional practices, mentored aspiring administrators, taught at Grand Canyon University, and was honored as a Rodel Exemplary Principal of the Year for her work supporting disadvantaged students.
Mrs. Garcia is passionate about empowering students and educators to discover their strengths, reach their potential, and contribute positively to their communities. She is excited to join the Mountainside High School family and looks forward to partnering with students, staff, families, and the community to continue building a culture of excellence, leadership, and opportunity.