On Monday night, the Coppell ISD School Board congratulated Dr. Greg Axelson for his upcoming role as the new CHS9 principal for the 2024-25 school year and discussed his past experiences and qualifications as an educator. 

Axelson has served as the principal of Coppell Middle School North since 2017, with 16 years of teaching experience and 11 years as an administrator.

The new CMSN principal for the 2024-25 school year has not yet been announced.

“I am very grateful for the six years that I’ve had with North and I learned so much from the teachers and staff there,” Axelson said. “I’m very excited and very honored to join the CHS9 family and to continue the great community that is with me here tonight.”

Along with his many years of experience in education, Axelson’s dedication to students highlights his capabilities in forming a valuable community.

“I think you’re perfect for this job,” Coppell ISD Board of Trustees member Leigh Walker said. “As a parent, I thank you because it just speaks to your ability to build those strong relationships with students and staff members.”

The district emphasized the importance of community building and teamwork, participating in The Poverty Simulation, which provides an opportunity for people to experience the life of poverty as well as to engage with children and families undergoing financial hardship. Principals in Coppell participated in this program, collaborating with the community by dispersing knowledge and compassion. 

“We spent six different sessions with families working together by sharing their own knowledge and expertise on different topics like developing and leading teams,” coordinator of health services Joyce Alcorn said. “We have to be empathetic and to be able to look at the situations from a different perspective and figure out ways that our district can continue to help.”

By participating in the program, Coppell ISD aims to strengthen leadership and kindness throughout the community.

The board also announced the new hire breakfast on Aug. 1-2, consisting of guidelines and training regulations for future Coppell staff members. 

The budget reductions for the 2024-24 school year compensates only a 1% payroll fee, with a $6.5 million deficit. With inflation rising the prices of everyday necessities, Coppell ISD is impacted as its economy and budget is strained.

Despite this, the board approved a 3% raise for leaders and teachers in the district to compensate for their contribution to education and commitment to make a lasting impact.

To solve the economic situation, a budget plan was introduced, with a $5 million savings year in 2026. In addition to this, the district has been provided with grants from the state in order to stay afloat financially.

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