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Administration

Ms. Erica Balogun, Principal

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Ms. Erica Balogun proudly serves as the Principal of Anthony Burns Elementary School and brings more than a decade of diverse experience in education to her role. She is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative school environment focused on academic growth and student success.

Ms. Balogun began her career as a middle school English teacher in Richmond Public Schools before transitioning into school counseling in Dinwiddie. She joined Stafford County Public Schools in 2020 as a school counselor at Rockhill Elementary and later served as Assistant Principal at Hampton Oaks Elementary. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her dedication to instructional leadership, strengthening professional learning communities, and collaborating with staff to improve student intervention practices.

Ms. Balogun holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communications from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies from Kaplan University, a Master of Education in Counselor Education from Virginia State University, and an Educational Leadership Certificate from the College of William & Mary.

Mr. Austin Eppenstein, Assistant Principal

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Mr. Austin Eppenstein joins Anthony Burns Elementary School as Assistant Principal with nine years of experience in Stafford County Public Schools. He began his educational career as a fifth grade teacher at Anthony Burns Elementary before serving as a Math Specialist at Grafton Village Elementary and most recently as Assistant Principal at Park Ridge Elementary School.

Throughout his career, Mr. Eppenstein has been committed to supporting student growth both academically and socially. He has presented at the Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals Leadership Conference, supported the implementation of Zones of Regulation and Empower intervention programs, and served as the elementary liaison for Stafford County Public Schools' inaugural Aviation Careers Expo (ACES). He is passionate about fostering positive school cultures, building meaningful relationships, and creating learning environments where every student can succeed.

Originally from Pennsylvania, Mr. Eppenstein earned a Bachelor of Education degree from Arcadia University and a Master of Education degree from George Mason University.

Mr. Eppenstein is excited to return to Anthony Burns Elementary School and looks forward to partnering with students, families, and staff to support a welcoming, engaging, and successful learning experience for every child.