Pearland ISD Progress Magazine Fall 2017 | Page 8

New Leadership Kai Bouchard, Turner College and Career High School Dr. Johnnie Santos, Challenger Elementary Prior to Pearland ISD, Kai Bouchard served in administrative positions in Clear Creek ISD. He also taught high school social studies for the Hawaii Department of Education. Most recently the assistant principal at Cockrell Elementary, Dr. Johnnie Santos began her career 17 years ago in the classroom. As TCCHS principal, Bouchard looks forward to working with the students, faculty and staff. After leaving the classroom, she served as an assistant principal and principal in Louisiana, Kansas and Pearland. “Tuner was designed to be, and I believe has become, a model of innovation,” he said. “So, the vision should require that we make the most of the resources and unique educational opportunities that are available to our students.” Her goal is to establish a common understanding among students, teachers and staff regarding the climate of the school. Brad Hayes, Alexander Middle School Jorgannie Carter, Chief Financial Officer Brad Hayes is no stranger to Pearland ISD, he was a science teacher at Pearland High School from 2004-07. Previously Spring ISD’s executive director of financial services, Jorgannie Carter, joins Pearland ISD’s Business Office as the Chief Financial Officer and will continue to maintain the financial strength He began his career in education in Galveston ISD as a science teacher. Hayes has held administrative positions in Cleveland and Clear Creek ISDs for the last 10 years. Hayes’s goal is to continue the success at Alexander by encouraging students and staff to take chances and achieve their full potential. “My vision for the staff is to create a setting where they are more than just an employee, but part of a work family,” he said. 8 | PROGRESS “My vision for Challenger this year is to set the tone for a positive environment where everyone feels safe, accepted, challenged and supported,” she said. of the district. She lives by the belief that in today’s dynamic workplace and school environment, a personal best is something that is always in front of us. “I want to collaborate and create synergy amongst staff and cross-functional groups to continuously improve our processes and accomplish the goals of the district,” Carter said.