Connect with Katie.10.07.2022.Issue10

Staff Spotlight: Holly Haynes, Puster Elementary

Celebrating Principal Appreciation Month

Professional Background:

23rd year in Education

11th year in Lovejoy ISD

Graduated from University of Central MO with Bachelors in Early Childhood and Elementary Education

Graduated from University of MO with Masters in Curriculum and Instruction

Principal Certificate from Lamar University

Taught Kinder, First, Second and Third Grades

Reading/Language Arts Instructional Coach for Grades Pre-K - 5

RtI Facilitator grades K-5

Assistant Principal at Puster for 3 years

Serving 4th year as Principal at Puster

Personal Highlights:

I was born and raised in Sedalia, Missouri. I did not visit Texas until I moved here with my husband, Chad, in 2006.

Chad and I have one son, Graham, who is an 8th grader at Willow Springs.

I love to cook - especially all of the savory fall foods. College game day is a big deal with lots of food in our house!

Roles and Responsibilities:

Drive student success by defining and leading the culture, expectations, and priorities of a campus in alignment with Lovejoy's graduate profile, district priorities and core values.

Building and maintaining positive relationships with students, parents, and staff members.

Collaboration, Connection, Community

Collaboration, Connection and Community - these are the foundation to student success at Puster! We strive to involve all stakeholders in making Puster Elementary the best place to be for students, staff and our community. Amazing things happen for kids when we are all working in the same direction!

Contact Information:

Email: holly_haynes@lovejoyisd.net Work Phone: 469.742.8300