Principal's Message

Ms. Crawford is entering her fourth year as principal of Alpharetta Elementary and beginning her 24th year in education. Since arriving at Alpharetta Elementary, she has helped bring hands on learning experiences to all students such as having our STEM labs run by student leaders at Innovation Academy, annual book fair parades (with free books for all students), and regular field trip experiences both in & out of the classroom.

Mrs. Crawford began her teaching career as an elementary school teacher with Fulton County Schools in 2000. In 2001, she helped open Hillside Elementary School as a Special Education teacher. Mrs. Crawford earned her Bachelor’s degree from Elon University, Master’s degree from Kennesaw State University, and earned her Education Specialist degree in School Leadership from

Mrs. Crawford taught grades first through fifth as a Special Education teacher in Fulton County Schools. She then served as an Instructional Support Teacher throughout Fulton County Schools from 2008-2014. In 2014 Mrs. Crawford was promoted to Special Education program specialist for the Northeast Learning Community, serving local elementary, middle, and high schools. In 2018 Mrs. Crawford entered school administration, becoming part of the Alpharetta Elementary School community as the Assistant Principal. In 2020, Mrs. Crawford joined the Centennial High School team as an Assistant Principal. Her experience at both the ES and HS levels provides her with a unique lens as she understands well the K-12 experience in Fulton Schools.

Mrs. Crawford is committed to fostering an environment where all students, staff, and parents feel valued and heard. She has a passion for helping all students reach their full potential through meaningful instruction and student support. Mrs. Crawford looks forward to meeting everyone in the Alpharetta Elementary family. The amazing students, dedicated teachers and staff, and caring community have made Alpharetta Elementary such a wonderful school, and Mrs. Crawford is excited to return to the school community to lead this incredible team as their new principal.

Mrs. Crawford is thrilled for another incredible year of learning and growing at Alpharetta Elementary.

GO EAGLES!