Mr. Mark Accardi, Principal

Mark Accardi officially assumed his new role as Principal of the Montgomery Upper Middle School on July 1, 2025. He previously served as Vice Principal of the school for four years prior to becoming Principal. 

Mr. Accardi began his education career as a Special Education Teacher. Throughout his time in the Montgomery Township School District, he has also directed six musicals and served as an 8th grade advisor. He holds degrees from The College of New Jersey, all centered around education. Mr. Accardi believes that individuality and empathy are key to assisting every student in accessing the education they deserve. Mr. Accardi works passionately with the staff to make sure all students know that they belong at UMS. He strives to model the core UMS values of Community, Acceptance, Empathy, and Resilience in all aspects of our vibrant middle school experience. 

When not at school, Mr. Accardi can be found answering Musical Theatre Trivia, hiking with his dog Roscoe, or baking for his wife Chrissy and daughter Veronica. 

Ms. Meghan Moore, Vice Principal

Meghan Moore officially assumed her new role as Vice Principal of the Montgomery Upper Middle School on July 1, 2025. She previously served as a UMS School Counselor and 8th grade advisor prior to becoming Vice Principal. 

Ms. Moore began her career at UMS as an Art Teacher. Over time, she was inspired to pursue a degree in School Counseling to help effect greater social-emotional development in our middle school students and promote change within their systems. As a school counselor and 8th grade advisor, Ms. Moore proudly implemented a variety of character education and mental health initiatives, including UMS Cougar CARE Days, PAWS for a CAUSE events, and the Camp Mason 8th grade class trip. She also stepped out of her comfort zone and challenged herself to learn and grow alongside the UMS students when she became the co-director of the UMS Spring Musical.

When not at school, Ms. Moore is likely making memories with her family at the Jersey Shore. She is always happy when spending time with her family, and is always excited to share a story about her dog Leon, or her two nephews, Mason and Jackson. If she's not with her family, you can also find Ms. Moore at the gym or practicing yoga, as exercise has always been an essential part of her life.