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Dr. Shelly Simmons, Principal, received her Bachelor's degree at The University of Southern Mississippi in Elementary Education in 1999; her Master's degree at William Carey University in Elementary Education in 2002; her Specialist at The University of Southern Mississippi in Educational Leadership in 2005; and her Doctoral degree at The University of Southern Mississippi in Educational Leadership and Research in 2011. She has been in the Harrison County School District for her entire career. She spent 6 years in the classroom; 2 years as assistant principal; 7 years as principal at Orange Grove Elementary School (grades 4-6); and has been the principal at River Oaks Elementary School since it opened in the 2014-2015 school year. She is a very passionate educator, mentor, and advisor who is dedicated to learning and inspiring teachers to motivate students to develop to their fullest potential. She has high expectations for students, staff and herself. She will continue to empower others to take control of their own learning by establishing an environment built on relationships, responsibility, and accountability. Dr. Simmons has a wonderful husband and three beautiful children.

River Oaks Elementary
14111 Three Rivers Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
Phone: 228-831-1660
Fax: 228-831-9181
Email:  [email protected]