Henry J. Turner

Henry J. Turner is an award-winning high school principal, author, and nationally recognized speaker. Dr. Turner proudly serves as principal of Newton North High School in Newton, Massachusetts, one of the nation’s top large, comprehensive high schools. He is dedicated to amplifying the culture and interests of Newton North’s diverse community.

Under Dr. Turner’s leadership, the school has earned numerous distinctions, including the AP Access Award, AP Honor Roll designation, and the MIAA Sportsmanship Award. In recognition of his unwavering commitment to a student-centered culture, Dr. Turner was named the 2020 National K–12 Principal of the Year by K–12 Dive.

He is the author of Change the Narrative: How to Foster an Antiracist Culture in Your School and frequently speaks across the country about innovative instructional leadership and developing a strong student culture.

A graduate of UMass Amherst, Dr. Turner was captain of the swim team and earned the Minuteman Award from his teammates three years in a row. He currently serves on the UMass Amherst Commonwealth Honors College Advisory Board and is a Future Ready Schools Advisor and ISTE Community Leader.