Meet our Admin Team

Dear Kerrydale Elementary School Community,

It is with great pride and excitement that I serve as the principal of Kerrydale Elementary School. As a lifelong Cardinal, returning to Kerrydale truly feels like coming home.

Kerrydale holds a special place in my heart. I attended Kerrydale as a student in grades 2–5 and later served as assistant principal from 2020–2024. During that time, our school earned recognition as a Nationally Distinguished School, a Visible Learning Certified School, and a No Place for Hate® School, reflecting our commitment to excellence, belonging, and student success.

As principal, I am honored to continue building on Kerrydale's strong foundation by fostering a culture where every student feels valued, providing high-quality instruction in every classroom, and partnering with families to ensure all students thrive.

I look forward to working together as we continue helping our Cardinals soar higher.

With gratitude and enthusiasm,

Sherra Thomas
Principal

Kerrydale Families,

Welcome to the new school year! My name is Gale Royal-Morris, and I am honored to serve as the Assistant Principal at Kerrydale Elementary School. I am excited to join the Kerrydale community and bring my experience as a classroom teacher and school administrator to support students, staff, and families.

My greatest passion is helping children discover a love of learning and a belief in their own potential. I believe that every child can achieve great things when they are supported, encouraged, and held to high expectations. Each day, I am committed to helping our Kerrydale Cardinals grow academically, socially, and emotionally while fostering a sense of belonging in a school community where every child feels loved, valued, unique, and worthy.

I aim to help every student understand that they are capable of achieving anything positive they set their mind to. Success is within their reach, and together we will help them overcome challenges and recognize their strengths.

Please know that I am here for you and your children. Building strong partnerships with families is important to me. I communicate regularly through School Status, which allows for direct communication through text messages and email, with translation features available for families. I am also available for you by phone, Zoom, or in person.

I look forward to a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, achievement, and memorable experiences for all our students. Thank you for trusting us with your children each day. It is a privilege to be part of their educational journey.