Brownsville Independent School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jessica L. Todd as the new Principal of Vela Middle School.

Dr. Todd is an experienced campus administrator and instructional leader with 14 years of administrative leadership experience, including five years as a campus principal. Her career reflects a strong commitment to student achievement, instructional excellence, school improvement, and collaborative leadership.

Dr. Todd has served Brownsville ISD in several roles throughout her career, including Special Education Teacher and Assistant Principal at Hanna High School and Dean of Instruction at Ortiz Elementary School. She brings extensive experience in campus operations, data-driven decision-making, staff development, student support, and building strong relationships with students, staff, families, and the community.

In addition to her campus leadership experience, Dr. Todd has served as an adjunct professor and Ph.D. dissertation chair and has provided leadership coaching and professional development through her work as a leadership consultant.

As she begins her new role, Dr. Todd looks forward to working alongside the Vela Middle School community and building on the campus's strengths to support continued growth and student success.

Please join Brownsville ISD in congratulating Dr. Todd on her new role and welcoming her to Vela Middle School.