Trent Nickerson is the Principal for Nimitz High School, an Irving ISD alumnus, he served as Assistant Principal at Nimitz in 2019.

“I am humbled and honored to be selected to serve as the principal of Nimitz High School,” says Nickerson. “As a proud graduate of Irving ISD, a former assistant principal at Nimitz, and current head principal of Lady Bird Johnson Middle School, I feel a profound connection to the community. At Nimitz High School we embody the spirit of “ALLN.”  Together we will continue to strive for excellence in every endeavor. My focus remains steadfast on ensuring that our students are prepared for success in their careers, college pursuits and military service. I am committed to fostering an environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.”

Throughout his 14 years in Irving ISD, Nickerson has served as principal of Johnson Middle School for two years, principal of De Zavala Middle School for three years and assistant principal at Nimitz High School, De Zavala Middle School and Bowie Middle School a collective four years. He began his career as a US History and AVID teacher and football/basketball coach at MacArthur High School, where he graduated in 2005.

Prior to returning to Irving ISD, Nickerson taught social studies for two years in Lubbock ISD.

Nickerson earned a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Lamar University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Texas Tech University.