William Jackson

William Jackson serves as Principal of Nathan Hale High School in Seattle Public Schools and teaches in the Leadership for Learning (L4L) and Danforth programs at the University of Washington’s College of Education. His leadership emphasizes advancing equity, access, and justice through radical love, prioritizing visibility, presence, and collaboration. He focuses on centering student, educator, and community voices in decision-making, particularly in budgeting, staffing, and scheduling to foster justice-centered outcomes.

Graduate of the UW’s L4L program, Jackson’s approach was shaped by mentors like Drs. Anthony Craig and Ann Ishimaru, who emphasized justice-driven inquiry and leveraging tension in leadership. He collaborates closely with his administrative team and Nathan Hale educators, drawing inspiration from their innovative ideas and challenges.

Returning to teach at UW, Jackson values the mentorship of his former professors and the transformative impact of educating future leaders. His work bridges K-12 administration and higher education, embodying a commitment to futurity and educational justice.