Hello everyone! I am Ashley Youngheim and 2024-2025 is my first year as Assistant Principal at Lin-Wood, but my 11th in public education. I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I was a teenager working at my summer horse camp teaching riding lessons and horse management skills to campers. As an educational leader I believe that our schools should provide an enriching, personalized, and collaborative experience for every student. My goal is to be a positive administrative leader who guides with positive intentions and a clear vision for the future of the school, the staff, and our students to create a school culture rich with pride and success. 

I moved to New Hampshire in 2011 with my husband from our hometown of Detroit, Michigan. In my spare time I enjoy riding horses, reading, writing, and playing pickleball.

Education and Professional Background:

Mrs. Youngheim has a Masters in Education with an emphasis in Educational Leadership and Curriculum Development from Southern New Hampshire University, and a BA in English and an AS in Equine Science from the University of Findlay. Prior to her arrival at Lin-Wood Mrs. Y, as students often call her, was Co-Principal at Oxbow High School in Vermont, taught high school English at Woodsville High School for six years, and taught writing and theater classes at the Old Redford Academy in Detroit. Mrs. Youngheim is also a certified Google Educator and led a nationally-recognized yearbook program at both WHS and OHS. Prior to entering a traditional classroom Mrs. Youngheim managed youth equestrian programs and horse training facilities for many years.