KATY, TX [November 12, 2024] – Katy ISD Superintendent Dr. Ken Gregorski announced the principals for the district’s newest schools, Elementary #47 and #48.
Felicia Ashabranner has been named principal of Elementary #47, located in the Elyson area, and Tamika Holdman was named principal of Elementary #48, located in the Sunterra South area.
"Both of these longtime educators bring decades of leadership experience, having successfully guided teachers, staff, and students to success," said Dr. Gregorski. "I know they will do a great job leading our new schools and fostering cultures of excellence."
Currently, Ashabranner serves as principal of Mayde Creek Elementary and Holdman serves as 8th grade assistant principal at Morton Ranch Junior High. Both will assume their new positions this coming calendar year.
Ashabranner has also served as a classroom teacher, instructional specialist, and assistant principal, and she holds a Master of Education from the University of Houston-Clear Lake, and bachelor’s degrees in education and sociology from Texas A&M University. As an educational leader, she believes in creating spaces where students and staff thrive through strategic planning for improvement, engaging with community partners, and incorporating cultural competency in school culture.
“It is truly an honor to be named the principal of one of our newest schools,” said Ashabranner. “My hope is to inspire our young scholars and to galvanize our staff to the singular goal – equipping our students to achieve excellence.”
In addition to her work as an assistant principal, Holdman has served as a teacher, instructional coordinator, and assistant principal, and she holds master’s degrees in educational administration and psychology, from Lamar University and the University of Phoenix, respectively, and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Texas A&M University. As a school leader, her focus has been to establish strong communication with students, staff, and parents; build and nurture relationships with community partners; and foster an environment for continuous improvement and growth.
“I am excited to forge this new path for the district with our students and staff,” she said. “As our school family begins to take shape, we will also have the privilege to work with the namesake chosen for our school and to build lasting relationships that will forever be part of the Katy ISD legacy.”
Photographs (l-r): Felicia Ashabranner and Tamika Holdman
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