Kozuch, Jeff

Welcome to Maxwell Elementary! I’m proud to serve as the principal of such a vibrant and supportive school community. This is my 8th year as principal at Maxwell, and I am also a proud alumnus of the Hempfield Area School District. Prior to joining the Maxwell team, I taught at both Wendover and Harrold Middle Schools and served as Director of the Crossroads Alternative School.

At Maxwell, we are fortunate to have an exceptional staff that works hard every day to help our students grow into confident, capable leaders—all while being nurtured in a safe, inclusive environment. Our school proudly implements School-Wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). As part of this initiative, every student belongs to a PBIS House, a school family they are part of throughout their time at Maxwell. This system helps foster strong connections, teamwork, and a deep sense of school spirit across all grade levels.

Throughout the year, we focus on reinforcing our three core expectations: Be Responsible, Be Respectful, and Be Safe. We are proud to be recognized by the Pennsylvania Positive Behavior Support Network for our successful implementation at Tiers I, II, and III, and we’re excited to continue that momentum in the year ahead.

Be on the lookout for your child to be celebrated as a Maxwell Super Spartan! I look forward to a fantastic school year filled with learning, growth, and success. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.