Murray is currently associate principal at Woodburn Elementary and will succeed longtime Prune Hill principal Julie Swan, who will retire at the end of June
Camas School District is pleased to announce that Claire Murray will serve as the next principal of Prune Hill Elementary, beginning in the 2025-26 school year. Murray is currently associate principal at Woodburn Elementary and will succeed longtime Prune Hill principal Julie Swan, who will retire at the end of June after years of dedicated service to students, staff, and families.
With over 17 years of experience in education and six years in school leadership, Claire Murray brings a deep commitment to inclusive education, instructional excellence, and a collaborative culture. In her five years at Woodburn, she has been instrumental in leading school-wide efforts around equity, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), social-emotional learning, and academic intervention systems. Her leadership has helped build strong partnerships with families and staff, always keeping student success at the center.
“Claire is a thoughtful and innovative leader who values relationships and fosters a sense of belonging,” said Superintendent John Anzalone. “She brings a student-centered approach to everything she does and has earned the trust and respect of colleagues across the district.”
Murray has worked closely with Principal Julie Swan over the past five years, and the two share a common vision for nurturing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. “Prune Hill has a strong foundation, and I am excited to continue and expand on the amazing work happening there,” said Murray. “It is an honor to step into this role and serve the students, families, and staff of Prune Hill.”
Murray holds a Master of Education and an Administrative Credential from Western Governors University, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in History from Thomas Edison State University. She is also a certified trainer in equity modules and the science of reading and has served on multiple district-level leadership teams.
Information provided by the Camas School District.
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