Ms. Kalbfus, Principal

Eileen Kalbfus Named Principal of Roberto Clemente School No. 8

Ms. Kalbfus brings 22 years of experience in urban education, including service as an assistant principal, District project implementation specialist, instructional coach, mentor, and classroom teacher. Most recently, she has served as Assistant Principal at Dr. Charles T. Lunsford School No. 19. She previously served as Assistant Principal at Dr. David and Ruth Anderson Academy School No. 16 and, notably, Roberto Clemente School No. 8, bringing both extensive leadership experience and familiarity with the school community to her new role.

Throughout her career, Ms. Kalbfus has demonstrated a strong commitment to high-quality instruction, school improvement, and creating collaborative school cultures focused on student achievement. Her leadership experience includes implementing MTSS, leading instructional teams through data-driven improvement cycles, strengthening professional learning, supporting school improvement planning, and developing systems and structures that help schools operate effectively. She also emphasizes building trusting relationships with staff, students, families, and community members and creating welcoming and affirming school environments.

Ms. Kalbfus holds an Advanced Certificate in Urban School Leadership from the University of Rochester, a Master of Science in Elementary Education from Nazareth University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University at Buffalo, SUNY. She holds New York State certifications as a School Building Leader, School District Leader, and Elementary Education Teacher, Grades N–6. She officially began her duties on August 28, 2026.