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Greenleaf Elementary

Cultivating Exceptional People

Campus Leadership

Leadership Team

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Principal

Sonya Simpson, M.Ed
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Sonya Simpson has proudly served the students, families, and staff of Splendora ISD since beginning her teaching career in 2010. She became the principal of Greenleaf Elementary in 2023, bringing with her a passion for building strong relationships and creating positive learning experiences for students.

Throughout her career, Simpson has held a variety of roles within the district. She taught third and fourth grade at Greenleaf Elementary and later served as the campus reading specialist. In 2020, she joined Piney Woods Elementary as the instructional specialist before spending two years as assistant principal. Along the way, she has enjoyed mentoring new teachers, supporting instructional growth, and sponsoring student leadership opportunities such as the Wildcat Roar newspaper club.

Simpson earned her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Texas at Tyler in 2010. She later completed a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Instructional Coaching in 2019, followed by a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership in 2020.

Simpson and her husband, Brian, are proud members of the Splendora community. She loves working alongside students, staff, and families and believes that every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive difference in the lives of others.

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Assistant Principal

Kelly Smoot, M.Ed
Safety and Behavior Coordinator
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Kelly Smoot is honored to return home to Splendora ISD, where her educational journey first began. A proud graduate of Splendora High School, she launched her teaching career right here at Greenleaf Elementary. Now, with a decade of experience as a teacher, instructional coach, curriculum writer, and campus leader, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a heart for service back to the school and community she loves.

Smoot is passionate about student growth, teacher support, and fostering a positive and collaborative school culture. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time outdoors, kayaking, and traveling. She's also a proud dog mom to two Yorkies and an even prouder aunt—her nieces currently attend Piney Woods Elementary and Splendora Junior High!

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Instructional Coach

Jennifer Coker
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Jennifer Coker earned her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Sam Houston State University in December 2013. She has taught kindergarten, second grade, and third grade. In August 2023, she began a new chapter as the STEM Instructional Coach and is excited to support innovation and growth at GLE. Mrs. Coker is married and a proud mom of three—Shelby and Jerry, who are discovering their own paths, and Elyjah, who is currently at GLE.