Administration

Dr. Seth Kennard, Principal

Seth Kennard joined Mountain View Elementary School as principal in the Summer of 2023 and transitioned to the first principal of Mountain View Upper Elementary in 2026. Prior to coming to MVES, Mr. Kennard served as the principal of Baker-Butler Elementary School in Albemarle County for four years, and Charles Barrett Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia for ten years.

He is passionate about student engagement and ensuring that all students feel safe, joyful, valued, and appropriately challenged at school each day. He has extensive experience working with exceptional populations and English Language Learners. Seth collaborates with school staff to actively connect with all families and ensure that strong partnerships between school and home are formed and maintained.

Mr. Kennard lives in Albemarle County with his wife and their three school-aged children. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from The University of Mary Washington, and his Master’s degree Doctor of Education degree from The University of Virginia.

STEPHANIE PROVINES, Assistant Principal

Stephanie Provines joined Mountain View Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year as an assistant principal and transitioned to be the first assistant principal of Mountain View Upper Elementary School for the 2026 - 2027 school year. She actually started her teaching career at Mountain View as a 4th and 5th grade classroom teacher from 2009 until 2013. In the decade away from Mountain View, she was a talent development resource teacher, learning technology integrator, and most recently the assistant principal at Hollymead Elementary. 

Ms. Provines, her husband, and their young daughters live in Albemarle County and enjoy getting outside with their dog as often as possible. Ms. Provines earned a bachelor's degree in Spanish and a Masters in teaching from the University of Virginia and remains a dedicated Virginia sports fan. She also holds a certificate in school administration from James Madison University.