Lewisville ISD announced the appointment of Laura Sherer as the new principal of Independence Elementary. She joins Independence after the last five years as principal of Rosemeade Elementary in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD.

“I am honored to serve as the principal of Independence Elementary and join the LISD family,” Sherer said. “I am thankful to get to work alongside educators, families, and community members who focus on helping our students reach their full potential.”

Sherer has worked in public education for 15 years with Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD and most recently as principal at Rosemeade Elementary, where she has been since 2018. Prior to being a principal, Sherer served as an assistant principal at Janie Stark Elementary and Sheffield Elementary for two years. She began her educational career in the classroom, having  taught for seven years as a kindergarten and third grade teacher at McLaughlin-Strickland Elementary.

“Ms. Sherer is committed to creating a positive culture where students and staff are valued and challenged to reach their highest potential,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Lori Rapp said. “We are thrilled to have her in this role and look forward to her leadership at Independence next school year.”

Sherer received her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Lubbock Christian University and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Dallas Baptist University.