The Lafayette Parish School System is pleased to announce that Ms. Beryl Wagner has been appointed as the next principal of Duson Elementary School. 

“WIth Ms. Wagner's passion for student success and extensive experience in school administration, she brings a wealth of knowledge to guide Duson Elementary School as they continue to flourish and progress toward an A-rated status,” states Interim Superintendent Francis Touchet. 

Wagner has over 28 years of experience within the education field. She began her career in 1995 as a teacher for high school math, computer science, and business classes in New Orleans, Louisiana. Subsequently, she transitioned to instructing 3rd-grade students in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. Wagner's journey led her to the role of a middle school assistant principal within Georgia's Gwinnett County Public School (GCPS) system from 2006 to 2017. In this capacity, she provided leadership in various domains, including English Language Arts, social studies curriculum, special education, and testing. Notably, she spearheaded her school's summer program and graduated from the GCPS Quality-Plus Leader Academy Cohort 1 in 2007. Her involvement extended to participation in diverse leadership committees and the training of fellow educators and administrators within the GCPS school district. 

Over the past seven years, Wagner has contributed her expertise to the Lafayette Parish School System, holding positions as an assistant principal at Carencro Heights Elementary School and principal at Acadian Middle School. She most recently served as an assistant principal at J. Wallace James Elementary School. 

“Wagner expressed enthusiasm about joining Duson Elementary School: ‘The Duson Elementary School staff and stakeholders provide a nurturing learning environment with attention to each student's academic, social, and emotional needs and I am thrilled about joining the staff to continue the work to grow future leaders each and every day! The staff, students, and school community are outstanding and I look forward to working side-by-side with them to continue the success! GO TIGERS!’” 

Wagner holds a bachelor’s degree from Southern University, a specialist degree from Piedmont College, and a master’s degree in school administration from Xavier University. She was also recently named the 2023-2024 Assistant Principal of the Year. Wagner will be an invaluable asset in shaping the future of Duson Elementary School.