BRENHAM SCHOOL BOARD HIRES NEW JR HIGH PRINCIPAL

  

The Brenham School Board hired a new principal for the Junior High at their meeting Monday night.  Jamie Lamar Rochell is coming from Fort Bend ISD, where he has served as associate principal, assistant principal, team lead, teacher, math curriculum specialist and social studies liaison.  Brenham Superintendent Dr. Tylor Chaplin thanked the many people who served on the hiring committee saying “We are thrilled to welcome him to Brenham ISD”.  Mr. Rochell will begin his duties at the start of the summer recess.

The school board also hired an Assistant Superintendent of Administatave Services.  Clayton Gillentine will begin his duties at the beginning of summer.   Mr. Gillentine has 22 years of experience in the K-12 school system serving in different capacities.  He began his career in education as a teacher and principal at Pine Tree ISD.  He has served as an assistant principal, principal, director of administrative services, and director of student services.

In other action, the board:

• Performed the annual appraisal of the Superintendent.  After the executive session, the board extended Dr. Tylor Chaplin's contract through June 30, 2024.
• Heard four people speak against racism in the district during the audience participation portion of the meeting.
• Heard an update on the district sick leave bank.  Retiring teachers and administrators can donate up to 2 days of sick leave to the sick leave bank.
• Approved May 6th at 12:00 noon at the Central Office as the time and location of the canvassing of the May 1st School Board Election.
• Approved the adoption of 2021 Pre-K Curriculum Materials.

Brenham ISD Press Release - Rochell

Tonight, the Brenham ISD Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Jamie Lamar Rochell as the new principal for Brenham Junior High. Mr. Rochell will assume the new leadership role beginning early this summer.

The road to selecting a finalist for the Brenham Junior High principal position has been an extensive process that included gathering input from Brenham Junior High staff and district leadership. Principals play a vital role in laying the foundation for student success and with that in mind, we wanted to ensure Brenham Junior High students and staff had the right leader to help them succeed.

"We are confident Mr. Rochell can help our Brenham Junior High students and staff flourish and make a life-long positive impact in the lives of our students and staff. His actions and leadership skills have demonstrated his commitment to high standards and the success of all students. He has been able to pinpoint challenges, view the data and implement processes for growth. We are thrilled to welcome him to Brenham ISD" said Dr. Tylor Chaplin, Superintendent of Brenham ISD.

Rochell is coming from Fort Bend ISD, where he has served as associate principal, assistant principal, team lead, teacher, math curriculum specialist and social studies liaison. Before that, he led the Westbury Christian School choir department as the director of show and has also worked as a teacher and math specialist in Fresno, TX and teacher in Pasadena ISD.

"I am honored and excited to join the Brenham ISD family and community. I am looking forward to learning and growing with this team!" said Jamie Rochell.

Brenham ISD Press Release - Gillentine

Tonight, the Brenham ISD Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Clayton Gillentine as the new assistant superintendent for administrative services for Brenham ISD. Mr. Gillentine will assume the new leadership role beginning early this summer.

Mr. Gillentine has 22 years of experience in the K-12 school system serving in different capacities. He has a proven ability to create and monitor policies and procedures that promote a safe learning environment; ensure a school culture that encourages continuous improvements for teachers and students. This visionary leader joins us from New Braunfels ISD and has worked at the executive leadership level within the superintendent's cabinet for seven years, working as the designee for all student, parent, and community concerns.

"His proven leadership skills combined with his passion for inspiring and encouraging excellence for ALL makes him the right fit for the assistant superintendent for administrative services position. He is a visionary leader that can lead the team and bring a fresh perspective and approach to the district. We are thrilled to welcome him at Brenham ISD" said Dr. Tylor Chaplin, Superintendent of Brenham ISD.

Gillentine began his career in education as a teacher and principal at Pine Tree ISD. Throughout his educational journey, he has served as an assistant principal, principal, director of administrative services, and director of student services.

"I am honored to have been chosen for this position. I know there are many great things going on in the Brenham ISD, and I am excited to join the team. I will work collaboratively, with an emphasis on teamwork and a “students first” mindset, to continue moving the Brenham ISD in a positive direction." said Clayton Gillentine.

Mr. Gillentine completed his Master's of Education in May of 2004, completed his superintendent certification in May of 2008, and is currently in the process of completing his dissertation Ph.D. in school improvement.