Jessie Miller  

My name is Jessie Miller, and I am the proud principal of Davidson Elementary. I began my career in Katy 24 years ago as a fourth-grade teacher at Hutsell Elementary. In 2001, I had the pleasure of opening King Elementary as a fourth-grade teacher. In my 10 years at RKE, I served as a fourth-grade teacher, team leader, and assistant principal. In 2011, I transitioned from the campus to the central office and served as the Elementary ELA Curriculum Coordinator, and in January of 2017, I was honored to begin my journey as the principal of Davidson Elementary. Davidson truly holds a special place in my heart, and it is an honor to serve our students, teachers, and families. I believe that all students can learn and reach their full potential by engaging in meaningful learning experiences, building strong relationships with their peers and teachers, and knowing they are both physically and emotionally safe. Outside of school, I am a wife and mom to three boys. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development from Texas State and hold Master’s Degrees in Elementary Education and Educational Leadership from The University of St. Thomas. I love to read, travel, and spend time with my friends and family. I am looking forward to an amazing year!

Lisa Knowles

My name is Lisa Knowles. This is my 22nd year in education. I have been a classroom teacher, Challenge teacher, ESL teacher, Instructional Coordinator, and most recently was honored to be chosen as KDE's Assistant Principal. I have worked at Creech Elementary, Exley Elementary, and helped open Davidson Elementary in 2014. I am passionate about teaching and supporting students and other educators, and am committed to building relationships and providing a safe learning environment for our students and staff. I am married and have two children. I am a native Houstonian and graduated from Houston Baptist University with a bachelor's degree and Lamar University with a Master of Education in Administration. In my free time, I enjoy reading, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends. I look forward to working collaboratively with our families, students, staff, and community members to continue making KDE a great place to be.  

Dee Ann Larsen

My name is Dee Ann Larsen. I have been in education for over 20 years and this will start my 10th year at Davidson as an Assistant Principal. I started my career in education in Alief ISD and then moved to Katy ISD and worked at Wolman and Woodcreek Elementary  prior to helping to open Davidson as an Instructional Coordinator. I am passionate about supporting all who are part of our KDE family. I consider it an honor to get to work with our staff, students and their families each day. I am married and have two children. I am a native Houstonian and earned my Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from The University of Houston and my Master’s Degree in Administration from Lamar University. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and spending time in nature. I look forward to an amazing school year!

Rhiannon James

Hello! My name is Rhiannon James. This is my 18th year in education and my 4th year at Davidson where I have been a Third Grade ELA teacher for the past 3 years. I am excited about starting a new role as Instructional Coordinator this year. I love working at KDE where we have the best students, parents, and educators. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Northwestern State University and a Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Texas at Arlington. I have taught Special Education and every elementary grade level with the exception of Kindergarten. I began my teaching career in Katy ISD at Mayde Creek Elementary, then taught in East Texas and Louisiana before returning to Katy. I feel very strongly about the future of our students and that each one should have access to the best education possible. I have been married for over 20 years and have a 13 year old daughter, Haisley, who will be an 8th grader at Tays. In my free time I enjoy traveling, reading, and outdoor activities.  

Josette Snead

My name is Josette Snead. I always knew I wanted to work with children. I began my journey at the University of Houston where I received a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a Minor in Psychology. This is my twenty-sixth year as an Educator. I have worked in the Private Sector, Alief ISD and have spent the past twenty-five years in Katy ISD. I have taught Pre-K, Kinder and First Grade at Golbow Elementary. I joined KDE nine years ago as an ESL teacher. I continued my education at St. Thomas University and received a Master's Degree in School Counseling. Six years ago, I was blessed with the opportunity to become the KDE Counselor. I believe in the power of positivity, gratitude and kindness. It is my passion to serve KDE students, families and our amazing staff. I am looking forward to helping our dragons grow socially and emotionally. I am a Texas girl through and through, as I was born and raised in Houston, moved to Katy after I got married and now live in Sealy. I am the proud mother of two adult children and four fur babies. I enjoy being in nature, at the beach and listening to music. I cherish my time with my family and friends. I am excited about this school year and look forward to building relationships with all of you.  

Lori Davies

My name is Lori Davies. I am the ELA/Social Studies Instructional Coach here at Davidson Elementary.This will be my 17th year in Katy ISD. I have taught at Cimmaron Elementary, Golbow Elementary and this will be my 7th year at Davidson. I am a proud Katy ISD graduate. I attended West Memorial Elementary & Junior High and graduated from James E. Taylor High School. My hope is that we instill a love of reading and writing, inspire creative and innovative thinking and create lifelong learners. I am honored to serve our Davidson community. I earned a Bachelor's degree in English from Texas A&M University (whoop!) and a Master of Science degree in Training and Development from the University of Houston. Outside of school, I am a wife and a mom to an amazing daughter. In my free time I love to read, write and spend time with my family. 

Wellyna Olivier

Hello! My name is Wellyna Olivier. I am the Math and Science Instructional Coach here at Davidson Elementary. I have been working in education for 22 years. I started my career in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where I worked in East Baton Rouge Parish for 9 years. I missed my family which is what brought me back to Katy. I am a proud product of Katy. I am honored that I have had the privilege to work and serve here in Katy ISD for the past 13 years. This is my 11th year as an instructional coach.I truly enjoy inspiring people to grow and learn. The best part of my job is working with our staff and fabulous dragons in a collaborative space to create the magic that’s involved in learning. A little bit about myself, I have been married to my wonderful husband Herb for 15 years and I have 2 beautiful daughters. My daughter Ana will be a freshman at Taylor High School and Ava is a 5th grader here at Davidson. In my freetime, I love to spend time with my family, dabble in makeup, draw, try new foods, learn new things, and LSU sports! Geaux Tigers!