ADM is pleased to announce that Jodi Banse has been named building principal of the new 2nd-4th grade building that will open in August of the 2021-22 school year. Jodi currently serves as the principal of DeSoto Intermediate and has served in that role for the past 12 years. “Jodi brings a great deal of successful experience as a principal at this level and is extremely committed to our district,” said superintendent Greg Dufoe. “Opening a new elementary school is significant for our communities and we look forward to Jodi’s leadership at the new building.”

When asked about the new position, Jodi Banse shared, “It is a great pleasure to be named the principal at the new ADM 2nd-4th grade building. Working with elementary-aged students is a passion of mine. With the growth of the ADM communities, it’s an exciting time to be a Tiger!” Jodi came to ADM as a teacher in 2001 and has experience teaching several different grades at both the elementary and intermediate levels. Principal Banse holds a BA from the University of Iowa and a MA in Educational Leadership from Viterbo University. Join us in congratulating Jodi Banse on her new position at ADM!