Principal's Page
A Message from Mr. McAteer
Welcome to Dunnellon High School and thank you for taking the time to visit our school web site. I hope you will find it useful and informative. It is an honor to serve as Principal. I approach our school each day with the belief that what we do makes a difference. It is my goal to work with each of you to make DHS the best school it can be.
A Bit about the Principal
EDUCATION
Graduate of Lake Weir High School
Graduate of the University of Florida (BA in History, Minor in Secondary Education)
Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Florida
EXPERIENCE 1998-2002 History/Math Teacher-Belleview High School
2002-2006 Dean of Students-Belleview High School
2006 Assistant Principal of Discipline-Belleview High School
2006-2012 Assistant Principal of Curriculum/Early College Coordinator-West Port High School
2012-Present Principal of Dunnellon High School
My Family
My wife, Bobbie, and I are the proud parents of two amazing children. Ashley is a 2006 graduate of Archbishop Ryan Catholic High School and currently works as a Cosmetologist in Philadelphia. Bradley, a 2009 West Port High School graduate, is currently a Senior at the University of South Florida, majoring in Education. We are very proud of them and put them at the very top of our list of life's greatest blessings.
Your Opinion Matters
I believe that the ability to impact the lives of students is positively and directly correlated to the relationship that exists between all stakeholders: teacher, parent, student, community. I welcome and invite your input. Please feel free to contact Dunnellon High School at any time 465-6745. I can also be reached via email at william.mcateer@marion.k12.fl.us