Ms. Barb Babauta, proudly of the House Xiphos, began her position as administrative intern at Saunders Middle School in August of 2023 and now joins the team as an Assistant Principal. She taught English Language Arts and Creative Writing in Prince William County at Graham Park and Benton Middle Schools over the past 16 years. During this time, she served as department chair, teacher mentor, curriculum writer, and Student Council Association sponsor.

Ms. Babauta earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Glassboro State College. Later, she earned two Masters, one in Communications and another in Secondary Education. Originally from Guam, Ms. Babauta, her daughter, and two dogs, reside in Prince William County . Her interests include yoga, traveling, hiking, and the Philadelphia Eagles. Go, Birds!

Ms. Babauta is an energetic leader who is excited to be a part of the Saunders family. She understands that positive relationships with students, teachers, and families are key to school success.