It is with great pride and excitement to introduce myself as the newly appointed principal of Sewell Elementary School for the 2022-2023 school year.  As your new principal, I wholeheartedly accept the responsibility of ensuring the success of all of our students and helping to create a trusting and supportive school environment for everyone.  

I have been in education for 25 years.  I earned my bachelor’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies, English and Reading Specialization, from the University of Houston-Clear Lake and my master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Lamar University. My career started in my hometown, Friendswood, TX where I taught 3rd grade.  My husband was transferred to the DFW area in 1998 and we have been in the area since then.  I taught 4th grade at Spring Creek Elementary in Garland our first year here.  The last 22 years have been spent in Plano ISD where I have taught 2nd and 3rd grade, was an instructional coach and an assistant principal.  

I have been married to my husband, Robert, for 31 years.  We have 4 children, Caedyn (29), Clayton (25), Connor (22) and Macey (19).  Caedyn attends Gonzaga University, Clayton and Macey attend Texas Tech and Connor is working on becoming a chef.  They still keep us very busy.  I also have 2 Labrador Retrievers, Winter and Autumn.  I love spending time with friends and traveling.   

I am committed to implementing a shared vision where every student can and will be successful, and I strongly believe that my background as an instructional leader will enable me to help meet the needs of students, teachers, and the entire Sewell community.  I am confident that I will continue to learn from you as well, and that together we will reach new heights.

Email Melinda Hoover

My name is Tenisha Brown and I am honored to serve as the Assistant Principal of Sewell Elementary School beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. I am so excited to start off a new year filled with service to our teachers, students and families. I am committed to building relationships and providing opportunities for our students to achieve.

I have had the pleasure of serving in education for 28 years. 

I earned my Bachelors of  Interdisciplinary studies, with an English Specialization, from Texas A&M-Commerce. I have a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from the University of North Texas at Denton. I have served as a teacher, Instructional Coach and Assistant Principal in the educational field.

My goal is to support our school's mission and vision through targeted planning, collaboration, and accountability.  I look forward to being a consistent advocate for teachers, students, and families as we continue to uphold our strong school community and legacy. I truly believe that we can accomplish anything as we work together.

Additionally, I am married to my amazing husband and I have two wonderful daughters. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

With every assurance, our innovative students will love learning and will continue to grow academically and socially.  I am so grateful to be a part of the Sewell Seahawk family!

Email Tenisha Brown

 

 

Hello, my name is Michele Allen and it is with excitement and enthusiasm that I introduce myself as the new counselor at Sewell Elementary School!  I have been in education for 21 years. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, with a Reading Specialization, at Texas Woman’s University and a master’s degree in School Counseling (K-12), at Amberton University.  I taught kindergarten for 10 years, then served as an elementary school counselor for the past 11 years in Plano ISD.  

I have been married to my husband, Chapin, for 33 years.  We have 2 grown sons, Steven and Justin, who are successfully adulting in the Dallas area.  We enjoy living out in the country with our 2 dogs, Dax and Wyatt, and a small flock of bougie, backyard chickens.  We enjoy spending time with family and friends, listening to live music, and traveling. 

I believe every child is deserving of a comprehensive education. As your school counselor, it is my mission to advocate, support and prepare ALL students by providing learning in social and emotional development, academic success, and college, career and military readiness.  I believe that this can be achieved by building strong relationships with the students, staff, and families.  I am so thrilled to join the Sewell family and look forward to supporting all of our students to be resilient, life-long learners, reaching their fullest potentials. 

Email Michele Allen

 

Please contact me regarding any health concerns, needs of your child, or for clinic information.  For information on specific health issues and practices, please refer to the GISD Health Services Department.

Email Mandy Nash