Interim Principal
Phone: 215-517-3700
Email: bhammond@cheltenham.org
Degrees and Certifications:
• B.S., computer science, Albright College • M.S.Ed., education, Gwynedd-Mercy University • Ed.D., educational leadership, Saint Joseph's University
Dr. Benjamin Hammond
I am Dr. Benjamin Hammond, Interim Principal of Cheltenham High School. I look forward to serving the Cheltenham community in this new role and I am excited to build on the successes of our amazing school community, as well as deepen connections with students, staff, families, and community members.
I have worked in the Cheltenham School District for close to 22 years. During this time I have filled the roles of a computer technician, hall aide, math teacher, and most recently, vice principal for the past eight years. Throughout this time, I had the privilege of watching our district operate through a variety of “lenses” which has allowed me to build connections and truly have an understanding of the important roles that each stakeholder needs to bring to the table in order to ensure that our district functions efficiently. Needless to say, it was the collaborative and dedicated staff as well as our social justice seeking students that made me “Choose” Cheltenham long ago and is the reason I continue to “Choose” Cheltenham today.
While I know that I stand in the shoes of the many outstanding principals who came before me, I am dedicated to continuing to help our students develop into productive and successful citizens in an environment where they know that they belong and engage fully in their academic experiences.
Again, I look forward to partnering with all of you as we strive to make Cheltenham High School an example for all our surrounding communities, highlighting our diversity and commitment towards academic achievement.