Biography

I have worked in special education for 7 years. I love the outdoors, Star Wars and Lord of the Rings. I am usually reading 2-3 books at a time ranging from fantasy/Science fiction, woodworking or outdoor literature. I love to laugh and coach track. My favorite subject is science!

Hello my name is Chris Munford. I am originally from the east coast, New Jersey, but have called Seattle my home for 30+ years. My interest in math and science lead me to pursue a career in architecture and I earned a B.Arch at Syracuse University. After college I moved to the west coast to follow my dreams of being an architect. After many years of designing and building spaces, structures and houses I felt satisfied I had fully explored the career and I was looking for new pursuits. I earned my Masters in Education at Seattle Pacific University and completed my internship at McClure Middle School teaching mathematics.

I’ve discovered that teaching gives me the opportunity to make an authentic positive impact on the future every day by helping to shape our next generation. I make an effort each day to help children unravel and share the uniqueness of their own experience.

I am the proud dad to three boys, aged 8, 11, and 15 years old. We enjoy basketball, gaming, camping, and road trips together. I’ve played and recorded music since I was a teenager and my bands have toured the U.S. and abroad and released multiple albums. Recently I built a new fence in my front yard and it is great.

Personal Message

Personal Message

Welcome to TOPS.  I am excited to be the Principal of such an amazing K-8.  I look forward to many more years working with the students, staff, and community to make TOPS a place where students grow socially, emotionally and academically.

mhsherling@seattleschools.org
Phone: 206-252-3521
Confidential Fax: 206-252-3511

Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
TOPS does not have a nurse present Monday/Friday.

Preferred pronouns: she/her/ella