Henderson County Schools Principal of the Year -
Shannon Taylor - Bargerton Elementary School
It is my honor and pleasure to serve as principal of Bargerton School! This is my sixth year at BGS and my thirtieth year in education. I began my educational career in 1995 when I moved to Lexington and taught biology and biology II at Lexington High School. I continued my teaching journey for eight years at LHS, and then I taught eighth-grade science for three years. I was blessed with the opportunity to further my growth as an educator in a leadership role as LHS Assistant Principal in 2006. For the past 19 years, I have worked as a principal, assistant principal, and a district teacher evaluator. These various opportunities have enabled me to work closely with teachers while reflecting on strategies and practices aimed to improve student growth and achievement as well as individual student well being.
I believe life experiences and the way a person responds to life's challenges builds a person's character. As a parent of a child with special needs, I have a vested interest in struggling learners and an inclusive environment with instructional practices that benefit all students. I love working with teachers as we make student centered decisions and develop positive relationships with parents and families.
My educational philosophy is based on the foundational belief that all students can learn. At the heart of a successful classroom is a positive, encouraging, and supportive environment with strong classroom instruction. I have the privilege of seeing this in our classrooms at Bargerton School where the students, teachers, and staff inspire me daily!
I received my bachelor's from the University of TN at Martin and my master's degree from Trevecca Nazarene University.
I have been married to Rick Taylor for 27 years. We have three grown children, Mary Mallette (22), Ben (20), Jack (18), a precious grandson, Wilkes (almost 2), and a Goldendoodle, Oakley (4). Mary Mallette is currently student teaching in 8th grade math. Ben attends Lexington High School and works part time for Coca Cola, and Jack is a freshman at the University of TN .