Education Insider Magazine proudly presents the Top 10 School Principals in Pennsylvania 2026, recognizing education leaders who strengthen student success through responsive support and strategic program leadership. These professionals oversee student services that align institutional priorities with learner needs while fostering inclusive and supportive educational environments. Their leadership helps institutions improve student engagement and respond to evolving expectations, enabling schools and colleges to enhance the overall student experience while supporting long-term academic achievement.
Top 10 School Principals in Pennsylvania - 2026
Matthew Kocher View Profile
Principal, Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School
Matthew Kocher has just wrapped up his fourth year as principal of Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School, and the lesson he returns to most often is one he had to unlearn. He assumed that strong leadership meant having every answer. Experience taught him that the surest way to help students learn is to create an environment in which teachers feel supported and equipped to do their best work.
