Brett Ward, Interim Principal

Mr. Brett Ward will serve as Addison Elementary’s Interim Principal for the rest of this school year.

You may already know Mr. Ward as a caring and dedicated educator of more than 40 years with Cobb’s schools. During that time, he served as principal at Brown, Smyrna, and most recently, Kennesaw Elementary School.

Most importantly, he is deeply committed to students and families. He believes in strong relationships, open communication, and supporting your child with whatever they need to learn. Mr. Ward’s experience and calm presence will help our school continue moving forward. He is truly excited to serve your children. You will hear directly from Principal Ward and see him at school on Tuesday for his first day.

Additionally, as we look to the next school year, Addison’s Principal Advisory Council will have the chance to give input on the leadership traits and qualities that are important to you! This input will help hire the best principal for your children.

We are grateful to have such an experienced and steady leader willing to step in. Please join in warmly welcoming Mr. Ward to our school!"

Ashley Taylor, Assistant Principal

Ashley Taylor is a proud product of the Cobb County School District, having attended Varner Elementary, Lost Mountain Middle School, and McEachern High School. She earned both her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Kennesaw State University.

Ashley began her teaching career in 2011 at Kemp Elementary, where she spent over a decade serving students in various roles as a classroom teacher. From 2022 to 2025, she continued her journey at Baker Elementary as the Innovation Lab Specialist and later as the Lead Interventionist, supporting students' academic growth and instructional support.

Ashley and her husband, Sean, reside in Woodstock with their three children—Ford (7), Bryn (5), and Tripp (21 months). When she’s not at school, you can find her cheering on her kids at the ballfield, enjoying the outdoors, or spending quality time at home with her family.