Elementary Administration
Mr. Lee Umberger
Elementary Principal
Mr. Lee Umberger joined the Viking team in November 2021 with 30 years of experience in public education and a passion for serving the community. As a proud Northern Lebanon dad himself, he understands the importance of providing a welcoming, healthy, and safe environment for our children to learn and grow. His career, which began at the ELCO School District and included nine years of teaching at Governor Mifflin, gave him the skills needed to lead our school. Lee also spent 16 years as the Principal of Governor Mifflin Intermediate School before bringing his expertise to Northern Lebanon.
He is a proud dad to two sons, Eric and Hayden, who are both Northern Lebanon graduates. Mr. Umberger's goal is to ensure every child gets the best education possible. He wants to hear from you and welcomes your feedback, noting that "My door is always open."
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Mr. Charles Herling
Elementary Assistant Principal,
In November 2021, Charlie Herling joined the Northern Lebanon School District as the Assistant Principal of Jonestown and Fredericksburg Elementary Schools. Prior to Northern Lebanon, Charlie served as an 3rd grade teacher in the Lebanon School District for 19 years. Charlie has his undergraduate degree from Lock Haven University and his Master’s Degree from the University of Scranton.
In their free time, Charlie and his wife Ashley stay on the move with their two children, Christian and Anna. They love spending time at the beach, going to the family cabin, and being outside with their two dogs.
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Mr. Justin Bruce
Elementary Assistant Principal
In July 2021, Justin joined the Northern Lebanon staff as the K-12 V3 Coordinator after 15 of elementary classroom teaching experience at neighboring Lower Dauphin School District. In 2023, Justin joined the elementary administrative team shortly after the new Northern Lebanon Elementary School opened its doors. Justin has his undergraduate degree in teaching from Millersville University and obtained his math coaching certificate, Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction, and then later his Principal Certification through Penn State University.
Visitors to NLES might see Mr. Bruce walking around with a giant dog, an Irish Wolfhound named Odin who is an official therapy dog and pet to the Bruce family. At home, Justin and his wife, Lauren share two sons, Isaac and Ryan who are constantly on the go. Justin is a huge Philadelphia sports fan, so feel free to ask Mr. Bruce his opinion on the Phillies, Flyers, Eagles, or Sixers!
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