Holt High School

Dear Students, Parents, Community Members, and Staff, 

My name is Carmen Drinkard and I am excited to introduce myself as the Assistant Principal at Holt High School. I just moved to Tuscaloosa this summer, and this year begins my 13th year in education. I have been a high school science teacher as well as a dual credit English and history instructor teaching college classes to high school students. This is my third year in administration having served as the assistant principal and Early College High School dean in my previous district. 

My “why” for being and educator is I believe that education is a life-long process and am a life-long learner myself. I also firmly believe that all students can achieve success, and it is the responsibility of educators to help students reach their potential.  

On a personal note, I am originally from West Texas, but have relocated to Alabama from Texas to move my three children, Carla (10), Michael (8), and Cadence (6), closer to family. I graduated high school in a tiny border town in Texas, and I the completed my Bachelor of Science degree from Sul Ross State University in 2009 followed by a Master of Education degree in 2014 and a Master of Arts in 2017. Currently, I am in the dissertation stage of a Doctorate of Educational Leadership from Texas A&M University. 

I am excited to bring my passion and enthusiasm for learning to Holt High School, and I look forward to meeting you all! 

Thank you, 

Carmen Drinkard, Assistant Principal