Principal’s Page
Get to Know Emerson Hough’s Principal, Tara Zehr…
I have had the privilege of dedicating my entire educational career to the students of Newton Community School District. I was fortunate enough to spend three years in the role of WEST Academy Principal and I am excited to bring those skills to the staff and students at Emerson Hough. I believe every student can be successful with the correct support systems around them. And I believe Emerson Hough has the potential to be that support system for every student who comes through our doors.
“One person can make a difference, and everyone should try.”
John F. Kennedy
Educational Background
- University of Northern Iowa – Cedar Falls, Iowa
- Principalship Certification
- Masters in Middle School Mathematics Teaching
- Masters in Middle School Mathematics Teaching
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Teaching
Work History
- 2022 – Present: Emerson Hough Principal
- 2019 – 2022: WEST Academy Principal
- 2018 – 2019: Berg Middle School Instructional Coach – Newton Community School District
- 2016 – 2018: Secondary Mathematics Instructional Coach – Newton Community School District
- 2009 – 2016: Middle School Mathematics Teacher – Berg Middle School – Newton Community School District
Tara Zehr
Principal
641-792-3982