Administration

Principal

Robert Baker has been the Principal at Novi Middle School since 2018. This year, he is the primary point of contact for the 8th grade. He was previously an assistant principal at Novi High School from 2011-2018. From 2005 - 2011 Mr. Baker taught Spanish, Civics, Economics, International Relations and IB Theory of Knowledge. Mr. Baker holds a BA from the University of Michigan Ann Arbor in Spanish and Organizational Studies, an MA in International Studies from the George Washington University, an MA in Education from the MAC program at the University of Michigan, and and Ed. S. from Eastern Michigan University in Educational Leadership. Mr. Baker is a proud husband and father of twin girls. Contact Principal Baker or call 248-449-1602.

Dean of Students

Angie Southworth has been a part of the Novi Middle School family since 2006. She serves as the Dean of Students and works primarily with the 7^th grade class of 2025. Prior to this role, she taught in the world language department. Ms. Southworth earned her BA in French from Michigan State University and pursued a Masters in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from Madonna University. She completed her Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Oakland University in 2016. Ms. Southworth is a proud Novi graduate herself and enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 daughters. Contact Dean Southworth or call 248-449-1607.

Assistant Principal

Andrew Comb has worked at Novi Schools for the past six years as the Assistant Principal of Novi Middle School. Mr. Comb grew up in Novi and attended the University of Michigan where he earned his bachelor's degree. He brings over 13 years of classroom experience as a middle and high school teacher as well as master's degrees and experience in instructional leadership. Mr. Comb is serving on a special assignment during the 2019-2020 school year as a Curriculum Coordinator for teachers of 5th through 12th grade. Mr. Comb's primary responsibilities this year are facilitating curriculum development and teacher training and evaluation of teachers at the middle school. Contact Assistant Principal Comb or call 248-449-1617