Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) has announced the hiring of Dr. Brian Guliford as the new Principal of Wyandotte High School. He will start work July 7.
He has served for nearly five years as principal at Tempe Union High School in Tempe, AZ. Prior to that, Guliford served as principal at The Academies at South Mountain High School in Phoenix, AZ, for four years.
Guliford led both schools with vision and purpose, emphasizing academic excellence, college and career readiness, equity, and restorative practice. His tenure at each campus was marked by improved student outcomes, strengthened school cultures, and meaningful partnerships with families and community stakeholders.
Before becoming a principal, Guliford served as an assistant principal at the K-8 level for nine years. In that role, he supported student achievement, led staff development initiatives, and fostered a safe and an all-embracing school culture. During that time, he also served as an athletic director, where he championed student-scholars, promoted teamwork, discipline, and built athletic programs rooted in character and sportsmanship.
Guliford has nearly 30 years of dedicated service in public education. He holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, a master’s in K-12 education leadership, a post-baccalaureate in secondary education; social studies, and a doctorate in K-12 educational leadership.
“What I look forward to the most is getting to know the students and staff at Wyandotte High School,” said Guliford. “Equally, I look forward to understanding how I can contribute to making Wyandotte High School a special place for students.”
Guliford is replacing long-time Wyandotte High School principal Mary Stewart. She served as the principal for nearly 20 years, and has been with the school district for more than 40 years.
KCKPS is the largest school district in Wyandotte County and the fifth-largest in Kansas. The district serves 21,000+ students at nearly 50 school sites.