Principal
Principal Sarah Ezzat
Sarah Ezzat, who served as the Assistant Principal for Nelson Elementary School since 2022, was named principal at Mark Twain Elementary School on Feb. 5, 2026.
Her extensive background in education includes working as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and assistant principal for the Baltimore City Public Schools. She also brings a unique global perspective to District 63, having previously taught kindergarten in Egypt.
Throughout her career, Ms. Ezzat has demonstrated a highly informed, consistent, positive, and child-centered approach to leadership. Academically, she holds a B.A. from the University of Maryland and an M.S. in education, administration, and supervision from Johns Hopkins University. She is also currently pursuing a doctorate in educational leadership from National Louis University.
A MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL EZZAT
Dear Mark Twain Families,
Welcome to the 2026-27 school year! I am honored to join the Mark Twain community as your new principal. There is so much to love about this school, and I am eager to partner with you to continue building on our past accomplishments. Through a caring, ambitious, and responsive approach to education, I am confident that all of our students will be supported in achieving success without boundaries.
A strong collaboration between home and school accelerates academic growth, reinforces positive attendance, and promotes our students’ overall emotional and social well-being. I encourage you to get involved by attending our family nights, participating in school events, or joining our Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO).
Feel free to contact me as the year progresses. I look forward to another rewarding school year together!
Sincerely,
Sarah Ezzat
Principal