Northville Public Schools is pleased to announce that Daniel Schmittdiel will be joining Northville High School as our new Assistant Principal. Daniel will be stepping into the role previously held by Janice Loomis, who is retiring after years of dedicated service to our students, staff, and families. We extend our deepest gratitude to Janice for her exceptional leadership and wish her all the best in her retirement.
Daniel Schmittdiel is a native Michigander who brings a wealth of educational leadership experience to Northville. Most recently, he served as the Principal of East Lake High School in Florida, where he was known for his commitment to student achievement, staff collaboration, and fostering positive school culture.
Mr. Schmittdiel shared, “From my very first conversations with the Northville team, I could feel that this was a truly special place. The pride and passion radiating from the administrative team and district leadership were unmistakable. What really sealed the deal for me was walking the campus and meeting students, and engaging with a large panel of staff and parents. Both of those experiences made it clear that Northville’s focus centers around creating equitable opportunities for all students.
I couldn’t be more excited to join the Northville family this summer, and yes, to start adding a whole lot more orange to my wardrobe! There’s so much to look forward to, but what excites me most is becoming part of a community so deeply committed to unity, inclusion, and belonging for every student. Go Mustangs!”
Principal Tony Koski expressed his confidence by stating, “We are so excited for Mr. Daniel Schmittdiel to join the Northville High School community as our 9th Grade Level Principal. Mr. Schmittdiel's teaching and administrative experiences along with his knowledge in curriculum and instruction makes him a great addition to the NHS community. Most importantly, it is obvious Mr. Schmittdiel knows the importance of building positive relationships with students, teachers, staff, and parents.
Please join us in warmly welcoming Daniel Schmittdiel to the Northville community. We look forward to the positive impact he will have on our students, staff, and families.