Dear O’Dell Elementary Families,

I’m so excited to introduce myself as the new Principal of O’Dell Elementary! It’s an honor to join this amazing school and the wonderful Celina community.

At O’Dell, we’re all about creating innovative and collaborative learning experiences that help every student grow and thrive. We’re guided by the CISD core principles — Community, Leadership, Stewardship, Excellence, and Innovation — and you’ll see those values come to life in everything we do, from hands-on projects to real-world problem solving and critical thinking.

One of the things I’m most excited about is joining the energy and connection created through our house system! It’s such a powerful way to build relationships, encourage leadership, and celebrate each student’s unique strengths — all while having a lot of fun along the way.

I look forward to meeting all of our learners and working alongside you to make the 2025–2026 school year a memorable experience for every student. Together, we will make great things happen!

Warm Regards,

Lisa Phelps

O’Dell Elementary Principal