Del Mar Union School District announces leadership changes

by News Release

The Del Mar Union School District (DMUSD) recently announced the following leadershipchanges for the 2025-2026 school year, according to a news release:

Abby Domingo(Nancy Ingersoll) — Abby Domingo (Nancy Ingersoll)

Abby Domingo Appointed Director, Curriculum and Instruction

DMUSD has appointed Abby Domingo to the position of director, curriculum and instruction. Domingo has been a valued member of the district since 2003, serving as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and, most recently, principal on special assignment. In this role, she oversees both the World Language and STEAM+ programs, and leads professional learning and curriculum development.

Domingo brings deep expertise and a longstanding dedication to student learning, making her exceptionally well suited to lead this important work, the news release stated.

Jenny Peirson(Nancy Ingersoll) — Jenny Peirson (Nancy Ingersoll)

Jenny Peirson Appointed Principal on Special Assignment

Jenny Peirson, former principal of Del Mar Heights School, has joined the Instructional Services Department as principal on special assignment. Since joining DMUSD in 2022, Peirson has demonstrated strong leadership in instructional practices, data and assessment, and curriculum development. These skills will greatly support the department’songoing efforts to enhance student learning throughout the district, the news release stated.

Kate Daniel(Nancy Ingersoll) — Kate Daniel (Nancy Ingersoll)

Kate Daniel Promoted to Principal of Del Mar Heights School

DMUSD also announced the promotion of Kate Daniel as the principal of Del MarHeights School. Daniel has been in the district since 2008, during which time she has served as classroom teacher, innovation technology specialist, and, most recently, as assistant principal of Del Mar Hills Academy located at the Del Mar Heights and Ashley Falls campuses. During this time, she has built positive relationships with the students, staff, and community of Del Mar Heights. Daniel brings with her a deep understanding of the district culture, a student-first approach, a strong foundation in instructional leadership, and a wonderful ability to buildmeaningful relationships with students, parents, and staff, according to the news release.