National Principals Month: Honoring School Leaders in October

Thank you to the 56 Round Rock ISD elementary, middle, and high school principals who work tirelessly to champion students and staff by creating a positive campus culture and academic climate.

These principals embody characteristics and experiences that align with the District’s core leadership values of “Include All,” “Invest in Growth,” and “Inspire Action.” Their relentless commitment to pursuing excellence in education is commendable.

National Principals Month honors these school leaders for their dedication to student achievement, staff development, and preparing our students for a future full of promise.

Elementary Principals
Amanda Molina, Anderson Mill IB® World Elementary School
April Nilson, Berkman Elementary Arts Integration Academy
Jesica Borunda, Blackland Prairie Elementary Leadership Academy
Sam Soto, Bluebonnet Elementary School
Jenny Strong, Brushy Creek Elementary School
Vicki Crain, Cactus Ranch Elementary School
Michelle Montalvo, Caldwell Heights IB® World Elementary School
Laura Ihonvbere, Callison Elementary School
April Crawford, Canyon Creek Elementary School
Jessica Rinehart, Caraway Elementary School
Kelley Hirt, Chandler Oaks IB® World Elementary School
Reba Mussey, Deep Wood Elementary School
Alifia Britton, Double File Trail Elementary Leadership Academy
Krystall Williams, England Elementary School
Deidra Floyd, Fern Bluff Elementary School
Kari Abrams, Forest Creek Elementary School
Amy Jacobs, Forest North Elementary School
Cynthia Griggs, Gattis Elementary School
Heath Frazer, Great Oaks Elementary Leadership Academy
Julie Carrera, Herrington Elementary Spanish Academy
Karl Unger, Joe Lee Johnson Elementary STEAM Academy
Scott Morgan, Jollyville Elementary School
Doriane Marvel, Laurel Mountain Elementary School
Brian Braudrick, Live Oak Elementary School
Amber Velasquez, Old Town Elementary School
Sjoukje Brown, Pond Springs Elementary School
Sara Nelson, Purple Sage Elementary School
Kimberly Connelly, Redbud Elementary School
Loretta Garcia-Finder, Robertson Elementary School
Brooke Elarms, Sommer Elementary School
Melanie Solis, Spicewood Elementary IB® World School
Michael Wakefield, Teravista Elementary Leadership Academy
Anthony Baney, Union Hill Elementary School
Cheryl Hester, Voigt Arts Elementary Integration Academy
Filemón Aldama, Wells Branch Arts Elementary Integration Academy

Middle School Principals
Penny Oates, CD Fulkes Middle School
Nicole Haggerty, Canyon Vista Middle School
Larissa Ortiz, Cedar Valley Middle School
Steve Swain, Chisholm Trail Middle School
John Manning, Deerpark Middle School
Kyla Mills, Grisham IB® World Middle School
Ebony Parks, Hernandez IB® World Middle School
Lynda Garinger, Hopewell Middle School
Monica Collins, Pearson Ranch Middle School
Marisa Ramirez, Ridgeview Middle School
Rudy Reyes, Walsh Middle School

High School Principals
Jonathan Smith, Cedar Ridge High School
Dr. Elizabeth Wilson, Early College High School
Dr. Mack O. Eagleton, IV, McNeil High School
Matt Groff, Round Rock High School
Dr. Anthony Watson, Stony Point IB® World High School
Jerrod Gertsema, Success High School
Erin Campbell, Westwood IB® World High School

Alternative Education
Allison Cobb, DAEP
Jackie Hartle, GOALS
Donald Bosier, Round Rock Opportunity Center