Luke Madsen is new Winona Senior High School principal

(KWNO)-The Winona Area Public Schools board has approved the hiring of Luke Madsen as the next principal of Winona Senior High School. Madsen is a teacher, coach and administrator, most recently serving as principal at Black River Falls High School.

“I’m 100 percent a relationships-first person,” Madsen said. “I want to get to know people, people in the community. I want our students to know me. I am going to stand in front of all of the kids at different times and tell them ‘My hope is that you feel this is your place. That you can be your authentic self at this place.'”

“Luke Madsen brings with him a wide range of educational experiences,” WAPS Superintendent Brad Berzinski said. “Through the interview process, it became very clear that Luke is a strong instructional leader, centers the needs of students in his work, has an equity focus, and strives to elevate student voice. He has much to offer the staff and students of Winona Senior High School and the larger community.”

Madsen has three adult children. His daughter lives in Rochester and his two sons are currently collegiate student-athletes.