FISHERS ISLAND SCHOOL APPOINTS NEW PRINCIPAL

Last Tuesday, the Fishers Island Board of Education unanimously appointed Christian T. Arsenault as the new principal of Fishers Island School.

Arsenault, who will start on July 1, succeeds Karen Goodwin, who served as principal for the past five years. Goodwin will be moving on to become parttime superintendent of schools.

“Christian is passionate about school leadership and is excited to become principal of the school his own sons will attend,” Goodwin said. “He was impressed with our students and staff and looks forward to working with them to bring our excellent school to the next level.”

Arsenault received his Bachelor of Arts in history and political science from the University of Connecticut and his Master of Science in school counseling from Central Connecticut University. Prior to his new position, he served for the past three years as founding principal of the Capital Community College Magnet Academy in Hartford.

“We are delighted to be welcoming Christian and his family to Fishers Island,”said Fishers Island Board of Education Chair Jamie Doucette. “Of all the candidates, he was the clear choice to join us and support our growth. He related well to the board, staff and students.”

Arsenault said he was honored to be working for the school system.

“Fishers Island is a special place and it is a privilege to be joining the work that is being done on behalf of its students,” he said. “My family and I cannot wait to get started.”