School Leadership

A Message from the Principal and Assistant Principal

Hello Tiger Families!

It is my honor to proudly serve as the Principal at ​E​l Mirage​ Elementary School (​K​-4)! As I enter my ​14th year in education, I am looking forward to continuing ​t​he amazing work with our ​T​iger Family and the greatness that occurs daily to best support your student(s). Being an Arizona native, I attended Arizona State University and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. Additionally, I attended Northern Arizona University and received a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership; with an emphasis in K-12 Principalship. Throughout my career, I have served as an elementary school teacher, a School Data Improvement Specialist/Instructional Coach, and as an Assistant Principal in a K-8, Middle School, and K-5 setting, all within Dysart Schools. Being a Dysart Alumni, it has been a privilege to return to my home district and continue the amazing educational work with our students, educators, and school communities!

I look forward to collaborating and partnering with you all to bring the best educational experience for your child every single day! Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. Here is to an extraordinary year!  

Your Partner in Education,

Lupe Alejos

Principal

Hello El Mirage Families,

I am so excited for a great school year with my Tiger Family!  This will be my 20th year in education.  I have had the privilege of teaching in the Dysart School District for the past 11 years. I taught one year at Mountain View Elementary and eight years at Western Peaks Elementary School.  During my teaching career I have taught 2nd grade, 3rd grade and 5th grade.  This will be my fourth year as an Assistant Principal and I’m thankful for the opportunity to be to serving the community of El Mirage as an administrator.   I am an Arizona native and graduated from Ironwood High School in Glendale.  I got my bachelors degree from Utah Valley University and my masters degree from William Woods University.  I live in Surprise with my 4 daughters.

I am truly excited to continue to work with such dedicated and knowledgeable staff members, students who are enthusiastic about learning and parents who are involved and supportive. I believe that together we can accomplish great things.  Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns this year.  Let’s make this the best year yet!

I passionately believe that every child deserves the opportunity and access the best education, through a growth mindset, and the practice of becoming a lifelong learner. It is a privilege to be a part your child’s educational journey as an advocate as they ROAR to success. 

Ms. Ireland

Assistant Principal