In a nutshell
The four new hires are as follows:
- Jodi Webster: director of health services
- Kimberley Paul: Heritage Elementary principal
- Beatrice Rivera: Woodland Springs Elementary principal
- Trevor Crawford: director of student services
According to the news release, Webster’s positions in the healthcare industry are as follows:
- Division director of quality at Medical City Healthcare
- Case manager at Integra Hospice
- Staff nurse at Medical Center of Lancaster
The news release states that Paul has been serving the district as an assistant principal at Basswood Elementary and has also held administrative positions at North Riverside Elementary, Ridgeview Elementary and Woodland Springs Elementary. Prior to joining Keller ISD, Paul taught in Arlington ISD.
According to the news release, Paul holds a Bachelor of Science in interdisciplinary studies from the University of Texas at Denton and a master of educational leadership from Texas Christian University.
For the past three years, Rivera has served as assistant principal at Whitley Road Elementary School, according to the news release. She began her educational career in Fort Worth ISD. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in communication and advertising from the University of Texas at Arlington and a master of educational leadership from Texas Christian University.
The news release states Crawford served as the principal at Trinity Springs Middle School this past school year and was an assistant principal at Heritage Elementary the previous year. Other roles in education include:
- three years as assistant principal in Arlington ISD
- 10 years teaching in Birdville ISD before transitioning to an administrative role
What they’re saying
“I am excited for Jodi to lead the health services team,” Assistant Superintendent Dustin Blank said. “She brings to the department a wealth of experience in leadership, collaboration and strategic planning.”
“Kim is a fantastic addition to the Heritage community,” Assistant Superintendent Kevin Hood said. “She is a calm leader who is deeply committed to student achievement and growth.”
“I am thrilled to welcome Bea to the Woodland Springs community,” Hood said. “With her extensive knowledge and experience, she is a valuable addition to our group of principals.”
“We are excited to welcome Trevor to the student services team,” Assistant Superintendent Lindsay Moncrief said. “Trevor’s administrative work in our district has revealed his desire and ability to build relationships with students, families and staff.”
