Brandy Bishop has been named principal at Country Heights Elementary School. The announcement was made at 2:45 p.m. today prior to a reception to welcome Bishop to her new role. She will begin her new role July 1. Bishop has been with Daviess County Public Schools since 2004. She started her educational career with Burns Elementary School as a 5th grade teacher.
Over the next 11 years, she taught various grade levels and subject areas. While in the classroom she was responsible for the academic and social – emotional well– being of her students. As a teacher leader she helped transform Burns Elementary School into a Professional Learning Community and reach high academic standards. In 2015, Bishop took on a new role at Burns Elementary as the Instructional Coach. In this role she created professional learning opportunities for her school and the district, completed extensive work with curriculums, and worked alongside teachers to promote successful instructional practices.
While in this role, she spent her summers working for the national nonprofit curriculum developer, Great Minds. This organization
invited her to be part of a small group of educators to help create the national roll out and implementation supports of their PhD Science curriculum. She was also chosen as a summer associate for the company to provide professional development to schools around the nation and serve as speaker on national webinars.
Bishop is currently serving as assistant principal at Burns Elementary School, a position she has held for the last four years. In this role, she has supervised the school’s teaching and learning. She worked to maintain an effective learning climate in the school, including evaluating and supervising the instructional processes, as well as overseeing the implementation of school–wide curriculums. Other responsibilities have included establishing guidelines for proper student conduct through the Positive Behavior Intervention System; planning, organizing, and implementing
school activities; and implementing and supervising special education programs. Bishop has taken an active role in new teacher induction and development, completing and volunteering with the district Future Leaders Academy, helping lead the district MTSS academy, and serving on a variety of school and district level committees.
Bishop graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2013 with a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Kentucky Wesleyan in 2004. Bishop said the following about her selection as the new instructional leader at CHES, “Country Heights is rooted in a tradition of academic excellence, which is the result of building strong leaders, both among students and staff, and promoting high expectations. As a passionate educator, I am invested in continuing that tradition and providing equitable experiences to help all CHES learners reach their highest potential.” Bishop said her priorities and background support strong leadership in areas of positive relationships, communication, and academic excellence. “I look forward to serving Country Heights as principal with the same passion and dedication that I have brought to each of my previous roles. Each day as CHES principal, I will lead with the intent to make a positive impact in the lives of those I serve. My focus will always remain on providing a learning environment where students and staff feel safe both physical and emotionally. As the leader, I will hold myself to these expectations while supporting the staff and students as they reach for their goals.”
DCPS assistant superintendent for human services Dr. Amy Shutt said, “The Country Heights principal selection process was completed with integrity and the selection was made from a very strong group of applicants. The process for principal selection was thorough and focused on seeking a leader to continue the culture and instructional success of the school. The committee provided input to Superintendent Robbins with a goal of finding the best leader to support teachers and staff, and someone to work collaboratively with families to build upon the strong foundation of excellence at Country Heights. With the hiring of Ms. Bishop DCPS has identified an outstanding leader who will lead Country Heights on a path to continue high academic achievement and the goal of preparing students to be successful in life. Ms. Bishop is a student–focused, experienced leader, and an overall well–respected educator in our district. She will be a great addition to the elementary principal group. Brandy brings a wealth of knowledge of instruction and educating the whole child. She has a heart for the Country Heights students and staff. Brandy is an outstanding person and a great leader.”
“Brandy Bishop has proven herself to be a highly qualified leader in Daviess County Public Schools by passionately serving students, staff and families. As a teacher, instructional coach, professional trainer, and assistant principal her vast experience and knowledge will allow her to continue the tradition of excellence at County Heights Elementary School. She exemplifies a dedicated commitment to student learning, strategic and continuous growth, and is devoted to providing a community where ALL can thrive.”
