School Leadership

A Message from the Principal

Hello Falcon Family! 

It is with great pride that I welcome you to Western Peaks K-5 Elementary School! This is my 12th year as the Principal of Western Peaks. I have the honor of leading a dedicated group of teachers and staff to support our students. As a team, we are motivated to make Western Peaks the school where our young learners will receive outstanding learning opportunities and make tremendous growth!   As I enter my 28th year in education, I am thankful and blessed to be part of the Western Peaks Falcon Family! In my educational career, I have served as a second grade, third grade, and fifth grade teacher. As well, I have served as a Reading Coach, Instructional Coach, and as an Assistant Principal. This is my 17th year in the Dysart Unified School District.   I am an Arizona native and graduated from Bradshaw Mountain High School. I received my bachelors and masters degrees from Northern Arizona University. I live in Surprise with my husband and my three Boston Terriers. I have two adult sons who are both first responders & make me very proud!   Please feel free to contact me at any time. I believe that it takes partnership and teamwork to help each child achieve his or her full potential. Let’s make this an extraordinary year! 

 Stacie Brown 

 Principal

A Message from the Assistant Principal

Hello Falcon Families!  

 It is my honor to proudly serve as the Assistant Principal at Western Peaks Elementary School (K-5)! As I enter my twelfth year in education, I am looking forward to being a part of the Falcon 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 and Middle School 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!  

 Lupe Alejos 

 Assistant Principal