The school board approved a number of administrative hires. Each will start in their new roles over the summer with contracts starting on July 1, 2023.
Amanda Snyder - Harry H Herndon Elementary Assistant Principal
Experienced Pre K-6th grade teacher, campus testing coordinator and assistant principal most recently in Mesquite ISD. She holds a bachelor's degree from Dallas Baptist University and a master’s degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She joins Principal Rachel Alexander.
Jennifer Rhodes - Ruth Cherry Elementary Assistant Principal
She joined the Royse City ISD Family in 2022 as DAEP Dean of Students and has proven to build relationships with students, staff and parents. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She joins Principal Emily Hays and fellow Assistant Principal Dave Christensen.
Jeff Richardson - Bobby Summers Middle School Assistant Principal
Experience ranges from classroom teacher and coach to athletic coordinator in neighboring Caddo Mills ISD. He has a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University Commerce and a master’s degree from Lamar University. He joins Principal Melissa Harvey and her team of administrators.
Tanner Schmitz - Baley Asst Principal
Returning to the Royse City ISD Family, Mr. Schmitz is an experienced middle school administrator and educator. He holds a bachelor's degree from Florida State University and a master’s degree from Saint Leo University in educational leadership. He joins Principal Angelee Morales and her team of administrators.
Melinda Crook - RCHS House Principal
Joining Royse City ISD from Garland ISD where she serves as an Early College administrator. She holds a bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University and a master’s from Lamar University. She joins Principal Brooke McMaster and her team of administrators.
Kim Faulk - Arnold Dean of Students
A member of the Royse City ISD Family since 2007, Mrs. Faulk transitions from PreK teacher at Glenda Arnold ECLC to Dean of Students. She holds a bachelor’s and masters’ degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She joins Principal Tammy Oliver.
Erica Lawless - Director of Special Education
Experienced educator who joins Royse City ISD from Sunnyvale ISD where she served as director of special programs. She led a team of 50 staff members with a growing student population. She holds a bachelor's degree from Baylor University and a master’s from Texas A&M University-Commerce.