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Jennifer Mitchell graduated from Juniata College, majoring in early childhood and elementary education. She began her professional career as an elementary teacher in the Huntingdon Area School District and also served as an elementary librarian and K-8 instructional coach. 

Jennifer completed her graduate work in Administrative Leadership at Edinboro University, where she obtained her principalship certification. Dr. Mitchell began her administrative career as a building leader and later served as an elementary principal in the Huntingdon Area School District. She later moved to the Mifflin County School District as lead elementary principal for a K-3 building.

After receiving her Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility, she moved into the central office as the Coordinator of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development for the Mifflin County School District. Following this role, she transitioned to the Assistant Superintendent role at the Hollidaysburg Area School District.

She is currently the Superintendent at the Huntingdon Area School District, a post she has held since November 2021. Jennifer received her doctorate in Educational Leadership from Pennsylvania Western University in 2025. Dr. Mitchell and her husband, Toby, reside in Huntingdon, PA, where they enjoy the many outdoor activities the area offers. She is the mother of three grown children: Trevor, Taylor, and Jaelyn.