Najmus Huda

Principal

“Celebrating the joyous moments of each of my students inspires me each and every day!”

Najmus Huda began her Stratford career more than 20 years ago as a beloved preschool teacher. After a promotion to Director of Admissions, she continued to open new schools and grow early childhood education programs at a number of Stratford locations. Her journey around the Bay Area as a Stratford School leader has taken her from campuses in Fremont to San Francisco, and for the past five years, she served as Director of Early Childhood Education and Kindergarten at our Stratford campus in Milpitas.

Throughout her career, Najmus strives to provide an educational environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Beyond the classroom, she enjoys nurturing partnerships with parents and celebrating the joyous moments of each of her students. With her extensive experience as a teacher, her love for working with children, and her exemplary leadership qualities, Mrs. Huda is thrilled to return to her own backyard and welcome families to the Stratford Dublin campus.

Lauren Auker

Vice Principal

Lauren brings over 18 years of educational experience and advanced degrees in education to Stratford Dublin.  She has honed her expertise across various academic domains. She is passionate about nurturing young minds and fostering growth in students’ interests inside and outside the classroom. She has had a diverse and enriching journey at Stratford. She has served in several roles, including the Lunch and Extended Day programs, teaching in Preschool, Pre-kindergarten, and Elementary classrooms, a Campus Mentor and Curricular lead. Lauren has been deeply inspired by the children she works with throughout her career. She finds immense joy and fulfillment in witnessing their daily discoveries, achievements, and priceless “ah-ha” moments.

With an eagerness to embrace new opportunities, Lauren is thrilled to embark on her next chapter in the Dublin community, where she looks forward to continuing her mission to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners. For anyone in need of a magical pick-me-up or a warm welcome, Lauren‘s office is sure to be a haven of joy and inspiration.