RaphilHasegawa
Educational Leader | Equity Advocate | Transforming Schools Through Innovative Leadership
About
Raphil Hasegawa
As a dedicated educational leader with nearly a decade of administrative experience, I am passionate about fostering supportive learning environments where students, staff, and families thrive. My leadership philosophy centers on building relationships, open communication, and empowering others to achieve their fullest potential.
Currently serving as Associate Principal at Cavelero Mid High, I have spearheaded initiatives like Building Thinking Classrooms, Agile Minds, and restorative student interventions. With expertise in school operations, instructional leadership, and equity-driven practices, I aim to drive continuous improvement and student success in every community I serve.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Washington State Principal (K-12)
Residency Certification, 2018
Endorsement Preparation Program, Education Leadership
Western Governors University, Washington, 2017
Washington State Residency Teacher
Education (K-8), 2010
Health/Fitness, 2018
Master in Teaching, Elementary Education
City University of Seattle, 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts
Washington State University, 2004
ADMINISTRATIOn
EXPERIENCE
Lake Stevens School District
Associate Principal, 2021 to Present
Athletic Director/Dean of Students, 2018 to 2021
Granite Falls School District
TOSA/Dean of Students (Principal Intern 2016-2017), 2014 to 2018
teaching experience
Arlington Public Schools
7th Grade Math/Advanced Math Teacher, 2013 to 2014
Granite Falls School District
6th Grade Math/World Languages and Cultures Teacher, 2012 to 2013
7th Math/6th Science/World Languages and Cultures Teacher, 2011 to 2012
3rd Grade Teacher, 2010 to 2011
Honors and awards
LSSD Apple Award Recipient, 2020 & 2022
President’s Honors Recipient, 2010
City University of Seattle Diversity Scholarship Recipient, 2010
