Plymouth Community School Corporation recently announced the appointment of Natalie Watterson as the new Vice Principal of Riverside Intermediate School.
With a wealth of experience in educational leadership and a strong commitment to fostering academic excellence and community engagement, Watterson is set to bring her dynamic vision to the Riverside Intermediate community.
Watterson joins Riverside Intermediate School from La Porte Community School Corporation, where she served as Assistant Principal/Dean of Students. In this role, she led administrative efforts for the 5th grade, overseeing approximately 450 students and 20 teachers. Her responsibilities included advising and counseling students, maintaining regular communication with parents, and leading the Parent and Community Engagement committee, which organizes significant school community events. Her dedication to student success and her collaborative approach with teachers and parents have been key in her leadership journey.
Prior to her role as Assistant Principal, Watterson served as an Instructional Data Coach at La Porte from 2021 to 2023.
Watterson’s career in education began as a 7th grade Social Studies teacher, where she excelled in creating engaging lessons aligned with state curriculum standards and analyzing data to enhance student achievement.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Watterson holds a Master’s degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Ball State University, a Transition to Teach Graduate Program certification from Bethel University, and dual Bachelor’s degrees in History and Communication from Purdue University Northwest.
