Dena Criss, Ed.D. is currently in her 22nd year in education and is excited to serve as the Principal of Upper Moreland Primary School. Dr. Criss earned her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Shippensburg University, majoring in Mathematics. She then continued her studies at the College of Notre Dame of Maryland and earned her Masters of Management. After teaching seventh and eighth grade math at Upper Moreland Middle School, Dr. Criss returned to school at St. Joseph’s University to earn her Principal and Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction certifications. Most recently, Dr. Criss completed her Doctorate Degree in Education through Gwynedd Mercy University.

Dr. Criss spent time as a math teacher, math coach, curriculum specialist, and assistant principal at both the Upper Moreland High School and Upper Moreland Middle School before being fortunate enough to serve as the Primary School Principal. 

Dr. Criss resides in Warminster with her husband and three children. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising, cooking, and attending her children’s activities.