Mrs. Krista Jones has been the principal at Nikolay Middle School since 2012, and she will be retiring at the end of this school year. For the past 12 years, she has given so much of her heart and time to serving the students and families at NMS. "I have enjoyed being able to work and talk with students every single day--hopefully having a positive impact on students' lives. In a small school district--with 200 students in our school, I have developed connections with students and their families - getting to know students' gifts, talents, and interests and getting to know multiple siblings from families! I will remember that our Nikolay Middle School teachers and staff always work as a team to help and support one another and to support our students. I will also remember the annual 6th grade trip, Run-Swim-Run, all the athletic events and concerts, the annual Brewer game...and being there for students in both the celebrations and challenges of life!" 

Looking back, Jones emphasized how impressed she was throughout the pandemic transitions in 2020-21: "I have never been more proud of Nikolay Middle School than during the Covid pandemic. Our teachers and our students adapted, adjusted, and learned new ways of teaching and learning. We demonstrated flexibility and resiliency during a time of challenge, fear, and uncertainty." Due in large part to her dedicated leadership, Nikolay Middle School has been and continues to be a great place to learn and grow.  

Although Mrs. Jones and her positive presence in the halls of NMS will be missed next fall, she is excited about what retirement will bring with it.  She looks forward to more quality family time and relaxation, as well as occasional opportunities to lend her expertise in the field of education whenever they may arise. Thank you, Mrs. Jones for all you have given to Nikolay Middle School and congratulations on your much-deserved retirement!