Department: Administration Principal

Donn K. Harris, born August 3, 1955 in New York City.



Mr. Harris joined the Wallenberg team in 1997.  He is an Air Force Veteran, the father of two 

daughters, and an avid hiker and backpacker.  He speaks  Spanish, has traveled extensively, 

and is fully committed to the San Francisco Unified School District and the education of its 

children.



Mr. Harris has been married for ten years to his wife, Julie Tapley, a mental health 

professional who also works in the San Francisco Schools.  Mr. Harris received his Masters’ 

Degree in Theater Arts from California State University at Los Angeles in 1984.



Quote:



        "I try to maximize the educational experience for each student

everyday.  Sometimes this takes unexpected forms: you can’t always predict 

when the ‘great teachable moments’ will appear.  As an administrator, I see

myself in service to students, teachers and families.  I love my work, and 

I hope it shows."