Kelli McDonald is the new principal for Briargrove Elementary School. Ms. McDonald served as a Dean of Instruction and the Lead Academic Dean for Lamar High School where she advised, supported students and parents throughout IB’s Middle Years Program, Career Related Program, and Diploma Program. She began her educational career in elementary school as a classroom teacher in grades 1, 4, and 5, team lead, and curriculum specialist. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Texas State University and her juris doctorate from South Texas College of Law.