Administration Team
The Administration Team at Harrisburg Global Academy provides leadership and guidance to support students, staff, and families throughout the school community. Our school leaders work together to foster a welcoming environment focused on academic growth, student success, and strong family partnerships.
Jessica Rivas - Principal
Hello! I’m Jessica Rivas, and I’m honored to be joining Harrisburg Global Academy as your founding principal. I started as an elementary and middle school classroom teacher, and over the past 13 years, I’ve grown from the classroom into school leadership because I believe deeply that every child deserves someone in their corner fighting for their success.
Over the past seven years in school leadership, including five years as a principal and two years as an assistant principal, I’ve dedicated myself to building strong school cultures where students feel they belong, families feel like true partners, and teachers feel supported to do their best work. I’m passionate about using data not just as numbers on a page, but as a tool to make sure we’re reaching every student, especially those who need us most.
My educational journey began at UNC Charlotte, where I earned my degree in Child and Family Development. I went on to earn a Master’s degree in School Administration from Queens University, followed by an Educational Specialist degree from Appalachian State University. I am currently pursuing my Doctorate in Organizational Learning and Leadership at UNC Chapel Hill, where my research focuses on how schools can recruit and retain outstanding teachers through innovative support strategies. This work is deeply personal to me because I believe the strength of any school comes down to the people inside it, and I am committed to building an exceptional team at Harrisburg Global Academy.
A few things you should know about me: I am bilingual in Spanish, which I’m especially excited to bring to a school that values world language instruction. I lead with relationships first. I believe people must feel seen, valued, and trusted before they can fully embrace a shared vision. I also believe that a school should be the heartbeat of its community.
On a personal note, I am married and a proud mother of three. My youngest is graduating high school this year and heading off to college in the fall, so I understand firsthand what it means to trust a school with the people you love most. That perspective shapes everything I do as a leader. I want every family at Harrisburg Global Academy to feel the same confidence and care that I’ve always wanted for my own children.
I can’t wait to meet our students, families, and staff and begin this exciting journey together.
Kimenya Ramet - Assistant Principal
Kimenya A.W. Ramet is honored to serve as the Assistant Principal at Harris Global Academy. With over 25 years of experience in education, including 17 years in school leadership, she has dedicated her career to supporting students, families, and staff in creating meaningful and successful learning experiences.
Mrs. Ramet has worked in both North and South Carolina in a variety of roles, including Assistant Principal, Dean of Students, Special Education Administrator, and teacher. Her background includes general education, special education, and instructional leadership, all rooted in her passion for helping every child reach their full potential.
She believes that strong relationships are the foundation of a thriving school community and is committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment where all students feel valued and empowered to succeed. Mrs. Ramet also values open communication and looks forward to partnering closely with families and the community.
Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her family and remains deeply committed to serving others. She is excited to be part of the Harrisburg Global Academy family and looks forward to a wonderful school year ahead.