Our Principals

Principal
Jason Bialka, Ed.D.
215-619-8016, ext. 4010

Helene Corbo
Secretary

Dr. Bialka has worked in the Wisshickon School District since 2008. Beginning at Wissahickon Middle School, Dr. Bialka served as a English Language Arts teacher as well as a Gifted Education teacher.

 In 2017, he transitioned Wissahickon High School, assuming the role of Assistant Principal. In addition to that role, Dr. Bialka also acted as the Safety Coordinator for the district. After two years at the high school, Dr. Bialka was named the principal of Shady Grove Elementary School.

Assistant Principal​
Jennifer Kennedy​
215-619-8016, ext. 4011

Mrs. Kennedy had 26 years of experience as an elementary classroom teacher prior to joining Shady Grove in 2024. She taught 3 years in the Philadelphia School District, followed by 23 years in the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District. "I am a dedicated champion for students. My experiences as a teacher shapes my leadership lens, as I strive to create impactful learning experiences for every student attending Shady Grove Elementary," she said.