Administration
Ariel Ariganello - Principal
I’m Mrs. Ariel Ariganello and I am Allendale's Principal. I look forward to working with all of our wonderful students this year.
I grew up and attended school in Novi, Michigan before I went to Eastern Michigan University for my teaching and administrative degrees. Go Eagles! After college I lived and worked in Madrid for a year as an ESL teacher. When I returned to the United States I lived in Chicago for two years and taught in a bilingual school before finding my home as an educator and administrator in Melvindale.
I am excited to work on creating a positive school culture with students by developing student's character development, encouraging kindness, enhancing safety, and demonstrating responsibility this year.
Jessica Harmon - Dean of Students
My name is Jessica Harmon. I am very excited to be here as your new Dean of Students. My background includes 10 years as a world language teacher, and 5 years in administration. Along with certifications in French, Spanish and Administration. I am also certified in Special Education LD and ESL. My husband and I live in Monroe county with our son, Joshua who attends Allendale Elementary.