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Administration

About the Administrators

Principal Sarah Crowder

Email: crowdes@unit5.org 

Mrs. Sarah Crowder, Principal

Sarah has been an educator for 14 years. Her career pathway is diverse, spending seven years as a naval officer, then working as a clinical counselor, a school counselor, and most recently as Assistant Principal at Evans and Parkside Junior High Schools.

Sarah earned her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Iowa State University and her Master’s in Clinical Counseling from the University of North Florida. She completed her School Counseling certification from Northern Illinois University and her Administrative certification from Towson University in Maryland. In her free time, Sarah enjoys any activity that involves being outdoors, trying new recipes, and gathering with family and friends. 

Mr. Eric Hadden, Associate Principal and Athletic Director

Eric is very excited to be returning to Parkside Junior High School this coming school year as the new Associate Principal.  It is both humbling and an honor for him to return to the building where his journey in Unit 5 began 22 years ago.  Eric is looking forward to encouraging each student to achieve their potential through relationship building in a safe, caring, and supportive environment. Besides traveling and spending time with his family, Eric really enjoys learning about new technologies, listening to podcasts, and spending time outdoors.

Mr. Joe Rosel, Assistant Principal

Joe is honored and excited to be joining the team at Parkside Junior High School as the new Assistant Principal. Returning to Unit 5 and being a part of this wonderful school community again feels like coming home. He is passionate about education and firmly committed to fostering the success and growth of each and every student. Joe is eager to contribute to building a positive, supportive, and enriching learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered.

Parkside Junior High School
101 N. Parkside Road
Normal, IL 61761

Phone: 309-557-4408
Attendance Line: 309-557-4457
Fax: 309-557-4912