Darren Lilla

Darren Lilla is an experienced educational leader currently serving as an Assistant Principal at Portland Public Schools since February 2023 and as Dean of Students at Clackamas Academy of Industrial Sciences since August 2021. Lilla's background includes significant roles such as Director of Methodology at CAPITAL FUTBOL CLUB and various coaching positions with Portland Thorns FC and U.S. Soccer Federation, emphasizing curriculum development and team strategies. With a deep commitment to equity and student success, Lilla has developed behavior intervention strategies, collaborated on plans for at-risk students, and conducted professional development workshops. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in Education from Portland State University, a Bachelor's in Liberal Arts from The Evergreen State College, and a Principal's License.