Administration
Dr. Meredith Davis, Principal
Dr. Meredith Davis, Principal
As we begin another exciting school year, I want to take a moment to say how honored I am to serve as the Principal of Walnut Grove Elementary. It is truly a privilege to be part of such an incredible school community, where dedicated staff, amazing students, and supportive families work together to make Walnut Grove a special place to learn and grow.
At Walnut Grove, we believe that strong partnerships between home and school are the foundation of student success. Open communication, trust, and collaboration allow us to provide the very best experience for every child. My door is always open, and I encourage you to stay connected, ask questions, celebrate successes, and partner with us throughout the year.
I am excited for all that this school year will bring as we continue to build on Walnut Grove's tradition of excellence. Together, we will create meaningful learning experiences, foster a culture of kindness and belonging, and inspire every student to reach their full potential.
Thank you for your continued support and for trusting us with your children. I look forward to another wonderful year together.
Dragon Love,
Dr. Meredith Davis
Principal, Walnut Grove Elementary
Jennifer Snowden, Assistant Principal
I am thrilled to welcome both our returning families and those who are new to "The Grove". Prior to serving as Assistant Principal, I taught 1st-3rd grades and served as a campus Instructional Coach. Being a Dragon is truly something special, and I am honored to continue serving this incredible community alongside our principal, Dr. Meredith Davis.
Our dedicated teachers and staff have spent time preparing inspiring, nurturing spaces where all of our Dragons can grow strong academically, socially, and emotionally. We are deeply committed to providing an exceptional educational experience, and we know that a strong partnership between school and home is the foundation of student success.
My door is always open to support our students and families. Thank you for your continued partnership as we kick off another fantastic year of excellence in Dragon Nation!
Hi! My name is Amanda Yuhanna, and I am excited to serve as the School Counselor and 504 Coordinator at Walnut Grove Elementary!
I earned my bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at Tyler, which led me to East Texas, where I spent 11 years serving students and families. During that time, I had the privilege of working as both a classroom teacher and a school counselor in Lindale ISD. Most recently, I served as a school counselor in Waxahachie ISD. I earned my master's degree in School Counseling and my Principal Certification from Lamar University.
I truly love working in a school setting and building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families. One of my greatest passions is creating memorable school experiences that students will carry with them for years to come. I believe every child deserves to feel seen, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
When I'm not at school, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling, decorating, and enjoying good coffee! I also have a little charcuterie business that I love doing for fun!
My Mission: To help all students reach their highest potential by equipping them with the skills, confidence, and support they need to overcome challenges and achieve success.
I am looking forward to an amazing school year and can't wait to partner with our Walnut Grove families!
Officer Kim Smith, is known around Walnut Grove Elementary as “Officer Kim.” This year begins her 5th year as the School Resource Officer at Walnut Grove. Officer Kim has been in law enforcement for over 24 years. She began her career at Euless PD in 1995 and then moved to Grapevine PD in 1999, where she retired in 2015. Officer Kim has been a part of many different divisions and for 11 years of her career she was the Sergeant of patrol for the evening and midnight shifts. If you ask her to highlight the most memorable In all of her career, being a School Resource Officer has been the greatest career decision and life rewarding. Officer Kim has also been a fitness trainer and a self-defense instructor for over 25 years.
Officer Kim has been married to Bobby Smith for 19 years. Her husband recently retired as a Sergeant of Grapevine PD, following a 27 year law enforcement career. Bobby Smith is now the head varsity coach for Lake Country Christian High School. Officer Kim has three sons; Brendon (23) just graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor of Arts & Media. Thomas (18) graduated this year from Lake Country Christian High School and is attending Abilene Christian University, where he will study Business and Finance. Hudson (16) is a junior at Lake Country Christian High School with aspirations of playing baseball in college. Officer Kim has a fourth son, Smitty, who is a four year old Golden Retriever. Everyone at Walnut Grove knows Smitty from pictures and stories Officer Kim shares.
When Officer Kim is not at Walnut Grove, she spends most of her time at home or at baseball games. Her interests and hobbies include: Doing fitness workouts, training in boxing, organizing her house, working outside in the yard, and attending events outside of school for all of her Walnut Grove Dragons.
If you ask her what the best thing about being a police officer is, she gives two answers: Being a part of the life of every student at Walnut Grove, ensuring they all feel safe and know what to do in stressful situations, and the students most favorite answer, because she never has to decide what she is going to wear each day, she has worn the same thing for 24 years and it makes her happy.