The new campuses are slated to open in August off Patriot Way and SH 130 south of East View High School.
Career history
Michael Coyle, associate principal of Northeast Early College High School in Austin ISD, will lead Middle School No. 5.
Coyle was the former principal of Webb Middle School. AISD restarted the middle school following multiple failed accountability ratings by hiring new staff this school year. With 25 years of education experience, Coyle has improved accountability ratings, reduced chronic absenteeism and implemented systems to support high-needs campuses, according to GISD information.
AISD named Coyle as Assistant Principal of the Year in 2021 and a finalist for the district’s Principal of the Year award in 2025, according to GISD information.
McCoy Elementary Principal and GISD alumna Emily Fraser will transition in January to become the principal of Elementary School No. 12.
Throughout her 17 years working in education, Fraser has served as an elementary and special education teacher, ARD facilitator and assistant principal at Forbes Middle School and Carver Elementary.
“GISD is such an amazing place, and I am blessed with the honor of opening its next elementary school,” Fraser said in a news release. “This community is strong, and I look forward to all of the opportunities we will bring to the next generation of learners.”
What they’re saying
“Hiring leaders is the most important responsibility that I have as superintendent,” Superintendent Devin Padavil said in a news release. “The principal sets the tone for the staff and students. They set a culture of being responsive to the needs of families. I’m excited for what Dr. Fraser and Mr. Coyle will bring to our newest schools.”
Something to note
The GISD board of trustees is scheduled to name Elementary School No. 12 and Middle School No. 5 at its Dec. 15 meeting.
Community members were invited to submit their name nominations this fall. The facilities may be named after a historical place, person or event as well as a significant figure or person who has significantly contributed to the district.
Going forward
GISD is rezoning thousands of students next school year to accommodate the opening of Elementary School No. 12 and Middle School No. 5, and balance enrollment at current campuses.
Community members can share their feedback about the district’s rezoning proposals through an online survey or by attending an upcoming town hall meeting.
