Leadership Team
Principal
Allen Painter, M.Ed
apainter@splendoraisd.org
Allen Painter brings 43 years of educational and administrative experience to Splendora ISD. During his career, he has served as a teacher, coach, principal, Founding Principal of the Sheldon Early College High School, and Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Curriculum for Dayton ISD. In 2021, he retired from public education and taught middle school social studies at St. Martha Catholic School in Kingwood, where he and his wife attend church.
Mr. Painter received his Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education from McNeese State University, his Master of Education in Administration and Supervision from the University of Houston, and his Superintendent certification from Stephen F. Austin State University.
He and his wife, Jane, have been married for 43 years. They have two children - Michelle, 39, and Jonathan, 35; and three grandchildren - Liam, 9, Olivia, 5, and Kenzie, 9. He and Jane love to travel and spend time enjoying their grandchildren, as well as going on nature walks.
Assistant Principals
John DeBrock, M.Ed.
Safety and Behavior Coordinator
jdebrock@splendoraisd.org
Student Alpha A-G
John DeBrock has been in education for 52 years and has been with Splendora ISD for 15 of those years. He loves our students!
TaMeka Martin, M.Ed.
tamartin@splendoraisd.org
Student Alpha N-Z
TaMeka Chopp Martin is a native of Bryan, Texas, by way of Calvert, Texas. She graduated from Bryan High School in 1997. She received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (2002) and a Master’s of Business Administration (2005) from Prairie View A&M University, and a Master's of Educational Administration (2011) from Lamar University. She is currently a Doctoral Candidate pursuing studies at Grand Canyon University. In 2003, she began her career in Public Education as a classroom teacher and coach in Conroe ISD, later serving as a classroom teacher in Klein ISD. She quickly excelled in the profession as a Math/Science Curriculum Coordinator, Math Instructional Specialist, and Programs Facilitator for Splendora ISD, and now serves as Assistant Principal at Splendora High School. A life of service and servant leadership is what drives her as she serves through her church, job, business, as well as social and civic organizations.
Forrest Patterson, M.Ed.
fpatterson@splendoraisd.org
Student Alpha Gb-M
Forrest Patterson is originally from the Pacific Northwest but is happy to have found a home in Texas. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Irvine, where he served as a research assistant focused on vocabulary acquisition for emergent bilingual students. His career in education began abroad as an elementary science teacher in Bangkok, Thailand, where Patterson gained valuable international experience. He worked as a science teacher at both MacArthur and Atascocita High School before earning his master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Texas, Tyler. In 2023, Patterson had the opportunity to join the Wildcat family as Splendora ISD's Gifted and Talented Coordinator. With a passion for student development, he is thrilled to return to the dynamic environment of high school education as an assistant principal at Splendora High School.
Associate Principal of Early College High School
Bay Hill, M.Ed.
bhill@splendoraisd.org
Supports Early College High School Students
Bay Hill is a proud third-generation Wildcat and a 2005 graduate of Splendora High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Sam Houston State University in 2008 and her master’s degree from Lamar University in 2016. Hill began her career in education in 2011 as a 4th-grade teacher at Piney Woods Elementary. After three years at PWE, she transitioned to Splendora High School, where she launched the Ready, Set, Teach program. Over five years, she led the program while also serving on several campus leadership committees. In 2019, she was named an assistant principal at SHS. In 2024, Hill was appointed Associate Principal of Early College High School, where she continues to support student achievement and college readiness.
Dean of Instruction
Ashley Cranney
acranney@splendoraisd.org
Ashley Cranney proudly serves as the Dean of Instruction at Splendora High School. A 2001 graduate of SHS, she began her career in education in January 2009, teaching 8th-grade science. Over the years, her roles have included high school biology teacher, Secondary Science Instructional Coach, Assistant Principal at both the elementary and high school levels, and Campus Assessment Coordinator. She returned to the Dean of Instruction position for the 2025–2026 school year, bringing with her a deep understanding of curriculum, assessment, and student learning.
Cranney earned her Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science Education from Sam Houston State University in 2005 and completed her Master’s in Educational Leadership from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2016.
Deeply rooted in the Splendora community, Cranney is passionate about supporting students, staff, and families in the district she calls home. She is honored to serve the place that shaped her and remains committed to helping every student reach their potential.
Instructional Coaches
Laura Hansen
lhansen@splendoraisd.org
Laura Hansen brings 25 years of educational experience to Splendora High School. A proud member of the local community, she graduated from New Caney High School before earning her bachelor’s degree from Sam Houston State University, where she majored in History with a minor in Social Studies Composite and Secondary Education. In 2012, she completed her master’s degree in Educational Administration from Lamar University.
Beyond the classroom, Laura is deeply involved in the community. She founded the first summer league swim team in the area, the EMC Eels, which now averages over 175 swimmers and continues to grow as a popular sport for local youth.
Laura is excited to join the Wildcat family and looks forward to making a positive impact at Splendora High School.
Nicole Mikel
nmikel@splendoraisd.org
Nicole Mikel is a dedicated educator with over a decade of service in Splendora ISD. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Education from Sam Houston State University and later completed a master’s degree in STEM Curriculum and Education from the American College of Education.
Throughout the past 10 years, Mikel has taught math and science at Splendora Junior High, including high school credit courses such as Algebra and Biology. Her passion for STEM education and commitment to student success have made a lasting impact on her campus and community.
Mikel is also a proud mom to two sons, Jacob and Noah, both graduates of Splendora High School. She is excited to join the high school leadership team as the STEM Instructional Coach and looks forward to helping strengthen and grow the district’s math and science programs.
Campus Assessment Coordinator
Amanda Harris
aharris@splendoraisd.org
Amanda Harris serves as the Assessment Coordinator at Splendora High School. She brings 20 years of experience in education, including 16 years in the classroom, one year as an instructional coach, and three years as the testing coordinator at Splendora Junior High. This is her first year at the high school level.
Harris holds a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, both from Lamar University.
A proud Splendora resident since 2015, Amanda and her husband, Chris, have a daughter, Aubrey, who is currently a sophomore at Splendora High School.