Administration
Principal Carolyn Parker
Email Principal Parker Phone: 512-278-4360
Education: Concordia University- Masters of Educational Administration & University of Texas-Austin-Bachelor of Science of Applied Learning and Development.
Carolyn Parker became the new principal of Lagos Elementary School in June 2024. With a distinguished career in educational leadership, Parker brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of fostering student and teacher growth through data-driven decision-making and strong community relationships.
Parker has been part of the Lagos Elementary community since 2021 as the Assistant Principal. During her tenure, she has been instrumental in strengthening school systems, supporting professional learning communities, and improving school security. Her leadership has been pivotal in coordinating campus programs and enhancing the educational environment.
Before joining Lagos Elementary, Parker was the principal at Dessau Elementary School in Pflugerville ISD, where she made significant strides in improving the school's performance. Under her leadership, Dessau Elementary raised its rating from a D to a C within her first year. The turnaround was achieved through effective Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and a focused approach to closing academic gaps. Parker's leadership experience also includes guiding Dessau Elementary through a significant transition from a 3-5 campus to a PK-5 campus.
In her previous roles, Parker has demonstrated her commitment to professional growth and reflection, employing practices such as T-TESS, Fundamental 5, and Jim Knight Coaching. Her efforts have consistently focused on creating an environment that supports bilingual, bi-literate, and bicultural students through a robust dual-language program.
Assistant Principal Amber Thorn
Email Assistant Principal thorn Phone: 512-278-4360
Education: Texas State University-Masters degree in Educational Leadership & University of Texas at San Antonio- B.A.
In the Summer of 2024, Mrs. Thorn was announced as the Assistant Principal for Lagos Elementary. She began her teaching career in her hometown of Galveston, Texas, where she spent five years in the classroom before relocating to the Austin area in 2018. That same year, she became a part of the Lagos Elementary community as a 4th grade math teacher. Since then, she has served as a classroom teacher, an instructional coach, and now proudly in her new role as Assistant Principal.
Building strong, meaningful relationships with staff, students, and families is something Mrs. Thorn values deeply. She looks forward to continuing to support and grow the amazing community at LES.