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Leadership Team 2024-2025
About Me:
Hello Fondren Family! It's Principal Jackson, and I'm super excited to return to Fondren MS for the 2024-2025 school year. For those new students and families joining our Mustang Family, welcome! I bring 21 years of experience in education having served as an ELA middle school teacher for 10 years, Instructional Specialist for 5 years, Assistant Principal for 4 years. Now I'll be starting my 2nd year as the PROUD principal at Fondren MS. I am married to my supportive husband of 12 years and have a young adult bonus son that I cherish.
I am extremely passionate about effectively educating underserved students because I believe that education is the platform that opens doors to endless possibilities. I have high expectations for myself, my leaders, my teachers, and most importantly my students. Everyone is accountable to someone, and I pride myself in teaching life lessons that will extend beyond the classroom. If I had to choose 3 words to describe my leadership, I'd say that I'm transparent, reflective, and supportive. I appreciate the community's support as we continue moving Onward & Upward as we 'Gallop to Greatness' this year. Let's make it another great year
Principal, LaKia Jackson
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About Me:
I am an immigrant from Cuba who grew up in the vibrant city of Miami, Florida. Bilingual in English and Spanish, began my journey in education in Miami, where I discovered a profound love for teaching. Seeking new opportunities, I moved to Houston and continued my teaching career, where I found a calling in educational leadership. This passion ultimately brought me to Fondren Middle School. The most rewarding aspect of my role is building meaningful relationships with students and cultivating a collaborative culture among staff to ensure our students achieve success. Ms. Conde has a Bachelors Degree in Education from Florida International University along with a Masters Degree in Supervision and Administration from the GREAT University of Houston.
Assistant Principal, Cinthia Conde
7th Grade
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About Me:
Veshanda P. Hall is a dedicated educator with over 24 years of experience in the field of education. Originally from New Orleans, LA, she moved to Houston 18 years ago to further her career. Veshanda holds a master’s degree in educational administration from Texas Southern University and has focused her professional efforts on promoting inclusive education practices. Her passion for ensuring all students receive equitable educational opportunities drives her work and advocacy efforts in the community. Mrs. Hall is a wife, mother of 3 adult children and proud dog owner.
Assistant Principal, Veshanda Hall
8th Grade
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About Me:
With over 15 years of experience in education, Mrs. Patton has dedicated her career to fostering early childhood literacy, secondary literacy, and implementing project-based learning. My roles have ranged from teacher to instructional coach to director of student achievement data to assistant principal. Mrs. Patton has also led successful school campus fundraising initiatives for four years. Currently, she is honing her leadership skills by studying foundational competencies such as developing trusting relationships, leading in the realization of the vision, making shared decisions, communicating effectively, resolving conflicts, and motivating and developing others. Mrs. Patton loves children and thoroughly enjoys teaching, finding great fulfillment in helping students grow and succeed. Mrs. Patton has a master's degree from Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL and is a proud wife and mother of two beautiful daughters.
Assistant Principal, Ashley Patton