Meet the Administration
Linda M. Jones, Principal
I am truly honored to be the principal of Stonegate Elementary School located in Silver Spring, Maryland. I joined the Stonegate family in July 2014 and know firsthand that this is a school community where students come first and the staff believe all students can achieve at high levels. I have appreciated the opportunity to work with amazing students, staff, and a supportive school community. I have been inspired by a strong work ethic, a dedication to excellence, and a clear focus on doing what is best for students. I have just completed my 11th year as principal of Stonegate and I have worked hard to continue the tradition of dedication, collaboration, and service at Stonegate Elementary School.
While my parents like to tell the story of how I was almost born in Germany, I was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. I have an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Morgan State University, a Masters of Education in Reading from Towson University, and a certificate in Administration and Supervision from McDaniel College. I am entering my 26th year in education serving students and communities. I spent ten years in the Howard County Public School System as classroom teacher and team leader and two years in Baltimore City serving as classroom teacher and as a reading coach. I am currently entering my 16th year in the Montgomery County Public School System, where I have served previously as a reading specialist, assistant principal, and principal Intern. I live in Owings Mills, Maryland with my husband and my daughter, Ava Rose. I enjoy shopping, going to the movies, snow tubing, spending time with family and friends, traveling, and most of all being with my daughter Ava. I also love smoothies from Smoothie King. I am a huge basketball fan and my favorite team is the Los Angeles Lakers.
As the principal of Stonegate, my professional mission is to ensure the success of all students. I will continue to work to foster trust and positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the entire school community. As someone who is learning and growing professionally daily, I look forward to the new challenges that this experience continues to offer. I am beyond thrilled to continue to be the principal of Stonegate Elementary School and to be a Stonegate Shark.
The class of 2020 was my first class that I started with in kindergarten and supported them through their fifth grade year. This was a proud moment for me to take students from kindergarten to fifth grade. I am inspired by my students and all that they have to offer to our world.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at 240-740-7340 or email Linda_M_Jones@mcpsmd.org.
Joi Hollis, Principal Intern
(Bio coming soon!)