FLORENCE ISD

Tarah Staton, Principal
tstaton@florenceisd.net

Mrs. Staton has been in education for 19 years as a teacher, coach, and an administrator. She originally is from the state of Washington where she attended Northwest University and played college basketball. Ms. Staton received her Masters Degree from Grand Canyon University.

Prior to coming to Florence, Ms. Staton was an assistant principal at McNeil High School and an assistant principal in Georgetown ISD. Ms. Staton taught English Language Arts and social studies at the secondary level in Washington and Texas, and also was a high school girls varsity basketball coach in Washington. 

Hey Buffs!
I’m so excited to be here at FMS with you again this year! I’m looking forward to another year where YOU grow as a student, athlete, and as a person. We want YOU here at FMS each and every single day! I hope you find a way to connect to our school through a club, class, or athletics. We want YOU to be successful in everything that you do. 
Remember, Buffs Be The Best They Can Be!

Lauren Neil, Assistant Principal

lneil@florenceisd.net

Mrs. Neil has been in education for 11 years as a teacher, coach, athletic coordinator and an administrator. She attended the University of Texas at Austin, Hook’em Horns, and received her Bachelor’s degree in Applied Movement Science. Mrs. Neil received her Masters Degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Texas at Arlington.

Prior to coming to Florence, Mrs. Neil was an assistant principal at Wagner Middle School in Georgetown ISD. Before moving into administration Mrs. Neil served as a Girls Athletic Coordinator and coach teaching PE, pre-athletics, and athletics. Mrs. Neil also taught 8th grade Science for 4 years.

Mrs. Neil is looking forward to her second year with the HERD at FMS! She believes that all students are deserving of a quality education and is excited to assist students and staff with their educational journey. Mrs. Neil can’t wait to watch our students grow this year as we come together to Inspire, Empower, and Achieve!