Welcome to White Oak Elementary, home of the Wildcats! Here at WOES, we are well-known for academic excellence, strong family and community partnerships, and a staff that is family. Building relationships, providing rigor in the classroom, and working together are our priorities. We're excited for you to join us and hope you have the best year.
I have been in education for 24 years; I served as a teacher, reading specialist, and Beginning Teacher Coordinator at the elementary level for thirteen years. I was the assistant principal at Swansboro Middle School for four years, then led as principal at Silverdale Elementary (three years) and Clyde Erwin Elementary Magnet School (two years). I've served as principal at White Oak since July, 2022.
On a personal note, I have lived in Stella the past twenty years with my husband Shane and have two grown daughters. Both are married and work as nurses at CarolinaEast. We recently welcomed a grandson and granddaughter to the family, who have our heart and Gigi has become my new name.
I am blessed to be at White Oak Elementary and look forward to working with you this year.
Leading Joyfully,
Dr. Howard