From the San Marcos school district

Brooke Neal, a fourth grade teacher at De Zavala Elementary, was named Travis Elementary assistant principal by a unanimous San Marcos CISD board of trustees vote on Monday.

“After teaching in San Marcos, I am familiar with the district’s initiatives, goals, and dedication to lifelong learning. I look forward to working with the Travis Elementary team,” said Neal, who has taught at DeZavala since 2006. She previously worked in the Columbus and Navarro school districts

The San Marcos CISD voted unanimously Monday night, June 16, 2008, for Brooke Neal as the new Assistant Principal at Travis Elementary. Neal has worked with San Marcos CISD since 2006 as a 4th grade teacher and campus leader at De Zavala Elementary School.

She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Texas State University with specializations in math, music and educational administration after graduating from Schulenberg High School. Her certifications include Elementary Self-Contained, Elementary Mathematics, Elementary Music, English as Second Language Supplemental, and she recently passed the exam for principal certification.

– IRIS CAMPBELL