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Important Leadership Updates for the 2025-2026 School Year at McNair Elementary School
Greetings McNair Families,
We are excited to share some important leadership updates for the 2025-2026 school year.
Our incredible Assistant Principal, Ms. Brandy O’Bryant, has been offered a new leadership opportunity within Region 5 for the upcoming school year. While we will deeply miss Ms. O’Bryant and her daily presence at McNair Elementary, we know how valuable it is for aspiring principals to gain leadership experience across a variety of school communities. Beginning July 9, 2025, Ms. O’Bryant will serve as the Assistant Principal at Daniels Run Elementary School. We are so grateful for her dedication, commitment, and the positive impact she has had on our students, staff, and families. We wish her all the best as she continues to grow and refine her leadership in this exciting next chapter.
At the same time, we are thrilled to announce that Ms. Ipsa Stringer has been named the new Assistant Principal of McNair Elementary School, effective July 9, 2025. Ms. Stringer currently serves the Willow Springs Elementary School community and has been selected for this leadership role as part of the Region’s continued investment in developing school leaders. She brings a wealth of instructional expertise, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for student success that will undoubtedly complement and strengthen the work already happening at McNair. We look forward to welcoming Ms. Stringer to our community and introducing her to our amazing students, staff, and families.
Please join us in celebrating both Ms. O’Bryant and Ms. Stringer as they embark on these exciting new opportunities!
All the best,
Elizabeth Watson
Principal
Meet Mrs. Stringer
With 20 years of experience in FCPS, Mrs. Ipsa Stringer brings a wealth of knowledge to the McNair Elementary School community. Her background includes seven years as an Assistant Principal at Willow Springs and Hunter Woods Elementary Schools, complemented by her time as a classroom teacher in various grades, and a science resource teacher. Mrs. Stringer holds a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from George Washington University and an Education Specialist Degree in Education Leadership and Policy Studies from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
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Throughout her career, Mrs. Stringer has consistently prioritized building strong relationships with students, teachers, and families to foster a robust home-to-school connection.
As Assistant Principal, she is dedicated to fostering student growth through strong collaboration with her teams and data-driven decisions. Believing in close partnerships with educators and families to help all students thrive, Mrs. Stringer recognizes that positive relationships are fundamental to a good learning environment. She also values a multi-sensory approach that allows students to explore and build understanding. Committed to the professional growth of teachers, Mrs. Stringer aims to support all staff in taking the next step in their journey. Furthermore, she believes in the importance of a strong start to school and utilizing research-based practices to build a solid foundation for our young learners.
Outside of school, Mrs. Stringer enjoys quality time with her teenage daughter, a rising 9th grader, and pursues hobbies such as horseback riding and Pilates. She also finds relaxation in the company of her two dogs, Sandy and Louis. Mrs. Stringer looks forward to joining the McNair Elementary School community and getting to know all of our Mustangs!
Thank you for your partnership as we gallop together in supporting our Mustangs!
#BloomingTogether #McNairCARES
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