Meet the Director

I am so honored to open and serve as the Director for the Hershel Zellars Early Childhood Learning Center.  Just to get to know me better, this will be my 30th year in Public Education.  I began my journey as a teacher, then served as an assistant principal and elementary principal in three different districts.  Finally, I have spent the last 7 years here in Little Elm ISD as Principal of Chavez Elementary from 2016-2019 and Director for Curriculum and Learning from 2018-2023.  In all those years, I have never been more excited than I am now to get the opportunity to open this campus and meet the needs of all of our students and families.  

 

Here at Zellars we will strive to create learning environments and experiences that enrich and empower our “Lil Lobos” to grow into their full potential.   Every student that enters our building will be met with teachers and staff that believe this is the most magical place and that every student will create memories that last a lifetime.   

 

I look forward to meeting each of you as you enroll your students into our school and become a part of our Lobo FamiLE.   I have a wonderful wife and two beautiful daughters so I know the importance of trusting the teachers and staff at every school to assist my family with the growth and development of my two girls.   I am honored to serve you and your family as we begin your child’s journey here at Zellars.