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Dr. A. Celeste Shelton-Harris
Principal

Dr. A. Celeste Shelton-Harris is a Portage Public School veteran of twenty one years. After serving ten years in the classroom as a Language Arts/Plus instructor, Shelton-Harris began her journey in school administration. Two years as an assistant principal in Mustang Country ( Portage Central High School) and six years as the assistant principal at North Middle School laid the groundwork for her current position as the building principal. Prior career experiences include personnel and human resources; television production and reporting, broadcasting; and teaching (University of Arkansas, University of Kentucky, Davenport College, and Kalamazoo Valley Community College).

Dr. Shelton-Harris is from Lexington, Kentucky and holds degrees and certifications from Western Kentucky University, the University of Kentucky, and an earned doctorate degree in educational leadership from Western Michigan University. Dr. Shelton-Harris has a passion for young people and is committed to their success. One of her favorite quotes is Recognize achievement everyday and reward responsibility every hour.

Dr. A. Celeste Shelton-Harris
Principal
Portage North Middle School
5808 Oregon Ave.
Portage , Michigan 49024
(269) 323-5755
charris@portageps.org