With Twenty-Four Years Of Experience, Grisham Will Take The Reins As Principal Of Westside Elementary.
Claremore Public School is proud to announce Darren Grisham as the new Principal of Westside Elementary School. Darren is a results-driven, detail-oriented, and experienced educator with a strong work ethic and an innovative mindset. His commitment to continuous learning and growth makes him the ideal leader for our school. With a robust career spanning over 24 years in public education, Darren brings a wealth of experience and dedication to continue the vision of excellence at our school. The position opened up when Dr. Adkins, Principal at Westside, was appointed as the Executive Director of Fine Arts, a new position at CPS.
Darren has been an integral part of Claremore High School since 2021, serving as Assistant Principal and fostering an environment where staff and students thrive. His previous roles as Administrator of District Support Services (6 yrs) and Principal at Norris Middle School (2 yrs) and Olive Drive Elementary (6 yrs) have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of school operations and educational excellence. Darren’s strategic planning and problem-solving skills have consistently resulted in improved school environments and enhanced student learning experiences.
His tenure as a former Elementary/Middle School Principal was marked by his ability to develop and implement curricula that catered to the community's needs, ensuring that every student received a quality education tailored to their unique potential. His hands-on approach to supervising instruction and his knack for building strong relationships with staff and parents has always set him apart as a leader who genuinely cares about the school community.
Darren’s innovative mindset and proven track record in educational leadership align perfectly with the needs of Westside Elementary. We believe his vision will continue the positive momentum initiated by Dr. Adkins, unifying our teachers, staff, and students under a common goal of growth through excellence, innovation and purpose.
His passion for education, extensive experience, and leadership skills promise a bright future for our school community. We are confident that Westside Elementary will continue to flourish under his guidance and provide an outstanding educational experience for all students.
Mr. Girsham holds a Master of Arts in Education and a Bachelor of Arts/History with a minor in Political Science. He also has his principal and teaching credentials.