Kristin Romano is a founding member of the Center for High School Success (CHSS) and an impact-driven strategist dedicated to transforming secondary education. As Intermediary Specialist, she designs, optimizes and scales service models that guide partners through complex change toward sustainable improvement. A “big picture” thinker and relentless problem solver, Kristin acts as a guarantor of results, ensuring high-level visions translate into measurable student success.
Kristin’s work is fueled by an unwavering commitment to dismantle systemic barriers, ensuring that all students are seen, supported, and empowered–especially during the critical transition into high school.
Prior to CHSS, Kristin served as a high school Vice Principal, Interim Principal, Literacy Trainer, Instructional Coach and English teacher. Whether transforming district attendance systems into proactive support networks, writing CTE curriculum, or refining data-driven instruction, Kristin has spent her career driving toward equitable outcomes through a signature blend of strategic partnership and results-oriented leadership.
Outside the office, Kristin applies her love for building and strategy to her garden and home. A perpetual DIY enthusiast, her most rewarding projects are the ones she shares with her husband and their two children.