Principal

Phone: (972) 923-4790

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🎓 Undergraduate degree, Psychology, John Brown University 🎓 Graduate degree, Emporia State University 📜 Principal Program, Stephen F. Austin University

Rusty East, M.Ed.

 

Rusty East, a 1998 graduate of Waxahachie High School, has served as an administrator, teacher, and coach for almost 20 years.  Mr. East was named principal of Coleman Junior High in 2021.  Before that, he served the district as principal at Felty Elementary, as principal and assistant principal of Shackelford Elementary, and as assistant principal at Finley Junior High.  Mr. East began his career in 2004 at Clarendon College as Head Women's Basketball Coach and student activities director. In 2007, he was named Head Girl's Basketball Coach, Girl's Athletic Coordinator (2010-2014), and teacher at Burleson High School, before 1 year as Head Girl's Basketball Coach at Kemp High School in 2014. He returned home to teach and coach at Waxahachie High School before entering administration.

 

Mr. East holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from John Brown University ('03), a Master of Science degree from Emporia State University ('07), and completed the Principal Preparation Program from Stephen F. Austin University ('15). Additionally, he has served as a classroom teacher in the area of Special Education, Physical Education, and Technology Applications. He is a member of the Association of Texas Professional Educators (ATPE) and the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA).

 

Mr. East lives in Waxahachie and is married to Kourtney (WHS Class of 1999), who serves as an occupational therapist for WISD. They have 3 children; Hudson, Graham, and Charlotte. 

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Assistant Principals

      Jenni McLemore

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      Jenni McLemore

      Shandra Sanders, M.Ed.

      Phone: (972) 923-4790

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      Degrees and Certifications:

      🎓Undergraduate degree, Psychology & Political Science, Lamar University 🎓Graduate degree, Education, Lamar University 📜Principal Certification, Lamar University

      Shandra Sanders

       

      Shandra Sanders is rounding out 20 years in education as she begins her work and support at Coleman Junior High. In almost two decades, Mrs. Sanders has served as a teacher, lead teacher, coach, and administrator at both the middle school and high school levels. She began her career as a science teacher in downtown Dallas, then moved to Denton ISD. From there, she transitioned to teaching math and became a math interventionist for USD 457 in Garden City, KS. She has also supported students as a DAEP teacher in Denton ISD.  As an instructional leader, Mrs. Sanders strives to support teachers, students, and the community as a whole through building positive relationships. 
       
      Mrs. Sanders lives in Ennis with her husband, Harvey, and her sons, 'Liam at UNT, 'Drew, and Hank.