Leadership Announcements

I am excited to introduce our outstanding campus leadership team for the 2026–2027 school year. We are fortunate to have a dedicated group of returning leaders who know our students, families, and community well. Their experience, passion, and commitment to excellence will continue to make Piney Woods a place where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.

This year, we are also excited to welcome Jennifer Livingston to our leadership team as our new Instructional Coach. Although she is new to this role at Piney Woods, Jennifer is a familiar face in Splendora ISD.

Together, our leadership team is committed to supporting our students, empowering our staff, and partnering with our families to ensure another successful year. We look forward to building on the strong traditions of Piney Woods and making this our best year yet!

Shannon Shumate proudly serves as the Assistant Principal at Piney Woods Elementary. She joined Splendora ISD in 2020 and has served the campus as a receptionist, art teacher, fifth- and sixth-grade teacher, team leader, and now assistant principal. She earned a bachelor's degree from Radford University and a master's degree in Educational Administration from Lamar University.

Mrs. Shumate was named Piney Woods Elementary Teacher of the Year and Splendora ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year for the 2024–2025 school year. She is passionate about building strong relationships with students, supporting teachers, and creating positive learning environments where every child can succeed.

Mrs. Shumate and her husband, George, have three children, all of whom attend or have attended Splendora ISD. Their family enjoys traveling, boating on Lake Livingston, and cheering on their children at sporting events.

Alice Henson is excited to continue serving as the STEM Instructional Coach at Piney Woods Elementary. She is entering her seventh year with Splendora ISD and her nineteenth year in education, with experience as a classroom teacher, interventionist, and instructional coach.

Mrs. Henson earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees from Lamar University and also completed her principal certification there. She is passionate about supporting teachers and helping students develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for future success.

She and her husband, Duke, have two adult sons. Outside of school, she enjoys traveling, hiking, kayaking, and spending time with her family.

Jennifer Livingston is excited to return to Piney Woods Elementary as the Humanities Instructional Coach. She begins her 22nd year in education and is passionate about supporting teachers and students while fostering a love of learning and literacy.

Mrs. Livingston earned her bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and her master's degree from Sam Houston State University. Throughout her career, she has served as a classroom teacher, educational diagnostician, and instructional coach, experiences that have strengthened her commitment to collaboration, research-based instruction, and student success.

Mrs. Livingston and her husband, Steve, have four children: Hannah, Brynleigh, Jase, and Cohen. Outside of school, they enjoy spending time together, making memories, and traveling. She is honored to return to the Piney Woods community and looks forward to partnering with teachers to create meaningful learning experiences for every student.

Jessica Brent serves as the counselor at Piney Woods Elementary. She began her career in education in 2015 and joined Splendora ISD in 2022. She earned both her bachelor's degree in Psychology and her master's degree in School Counseling from Sam Houston State University.

Before becoming the campus counselor, Mrs. Brent taught fifth and sixth grade. She is passionate about ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and valued while helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their many fur babies. She is proud to serve the Piney Woods Elementary community.