In a press release Friday Director of Schools Grant Swallows announced that current Irving College Principal Rachael Graves has been named the new principal at Hickory Creek Elementary starting with the 2021-2022 school year. Graves has been principal for 6 years at Irving College. Graves replaces current principal Mike Mansfield, who was announced as the district?s Director of Continuous Improvement beginning next school year.
Swallows said Graves’ experience as a principal, her organization, thoughtful leadership, and dedication to excellence set her apart throughout the
process and looks forward to watching her and the staff at Hickory Creek work together for the good of all the students at that school.
Both principals will finish the current school year in their current positions before transitioning officially on June 1.