Fuemmeler Named Boonville High School Principal

Salisbury High School graduate, Kenya Fuemmeler, who is currently president and principal of Helias Catholic High School in Jefferson City, has announced she has accepted the position of principal of Boonville High School, effective July 1. According to a news release from the Diocese of Jefferson City, Fuemmeler has served in numerous leadership roles in both public and Catholic schools in central Missouri. This includes a tenure as interim superintendent of diocesan schools while also serving as principal of Helias in 2019-2020. In her communication to Helias community members she indicated the new position will allow her to be closer to her family and was an opportunity for her to pursue personal interests. Fuemmeler was appointed principal of Helias in 2015, being the first female principal who was not a religious or clergy for the high school. She was appointed president and principal in 2020. From 2010-2013, Fuemmeler taught at Moberly High School and served as head coach of the girls softball team and was also assistant coach of the track team.