The Lincoln Academy announces principal hire

Samuel Karns has been selected as the principal of the Lincoln Academy as the school reached a total of 381 enrolled students on Thursday, or 95% of the enrollment goal of 400 students. The school has hired 65% of its staff, said CEO Kristi Cole.

Cole said Karns is a wonderful fit for The Lincoln Academy’s mission, and will lead the school in graduating 100 percent of scholars to be college and career ready.