Bastrop ISD has named Bluebonnet Assistant Principal Denise Guerrero to serve as the inaugural principal of Adelton Elementary School, one of two new schools passed in the 2023 Bond. She will assume the position in the coming weeks as she transitions from her current role. Adelton will open its doors in August of this year.

“I am beyond excited and incredibly honored to have been selected to serve as the new principal of Adelton Elementary,” said Guerrero. “It is with great pride that I step into this role, and I am thrilled to continue the tradition of Bastrop ISD to build a vibrant and dedicated community of students, educators, staff, and families.”

Guerrero has 20 years of teaching and school leadership experience. She has served as assistant principal at Emile Elementary, Booker T. Washington Elementary (Elgin ISD), and most recently at Bluebonnet Elementary. Throughout her career, she has developed programs focused on instructional gains, positive behavior and character development, and support for dual language and bilingual education. Her leadership responsibilities have also included coordinating state assessments, master schedules, safety drills, and instructional support for teachers.

“Denise is an exceptional leader and is committed to fostering an academically challenging, yet nurturing environment for students and families. We are confident that under her direction, Adelton Elementary will build a strong foundation for success and inspire every child to reach their full potential,” said Superintendent Barry Edwards.

Guerrero’s initial focus will be hiring a leadership team as well as teachers and other staff, creating instructional and operational schedules and the budget, managing furniture delivery and installation, and helping to monitor the remaining months of construction. She says her focus will also be on working with staff and families to establish rich traditions for Adelton Elementary, including the selection of school colors and a mascot.

“I look forward to getting to know each and every one of my students and staff as we embark on this exciting chapter. I am ready to get started!” added Guerrero.

Denise holds a master’s of education from Concordia University and a bachelor of mass communication from Texas State University (Southwest Texas State University).