Hermann Pereira

Hermann Pereira is the Principal of Connally High School, bringing over 16 years of experience in education and community leadership. A native of Houston, Mr. Pereira has proudly called Waco home for more than a decade and a half, where he has cultivated a strong passion for collaborative, community-focused service.

Throughout his career, Mr. Pereira has held diverse roles across both the education and nonprofit sectors. His return to Connally High School represents a significant continuation of his professional journey, having previously served the campus as both a teacher and an administrator.

Mr. Pereira holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Stephen F. Austin State University and a Master’s in Educational Administration from Baylor University. His dedication to education is matched by his deep commitment to serving others and fostering strong community relationships.

Mr. Pereira has a strong support system in his wife, Kassidy Pereira, who also teaches at Connally High School and coaches the dance team. Together, they enjoy raising their three children, and he takes great pride in supporting them in their various sports and activities. A passionate sports fan, Mr. Pereira especially enjoys cheering on his hometown team—the 2x World Series Champion Houston Astros.

Annie Connor

 It is my pleasure to serve as the Associate Principal of Connally High School. Prior to becoming principal, I had many educational and  leadership experiences including teacher, youth services coordinator, and as assistant principal.  Even with these amazing experiences, I will always be a teacher at heart. My educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Stephen F. Austin State University and a Master’s Degree in School Leadership from Texas A&M, Texarkana. 

By pursuing lifelong learning, I intend to be an example to students and teachers that we should never stop learning. Also, as the daughter of educators, I am ecstatic to continue the legacy and serve the students and their families. I understand how important the role of school plays in making sure the children of our community are receiving a quality education and are prepared with skills they  will need to be successful.

Elizabeth Brownlee

Elizabeth Brownlee is the Director of College and Career Readiness for Connally High School. Originally from Illinois, Mrs. Brownlee has been lucky enough to call Texas home for the last 18 years. Starting her career at Connally High School she has spent the past 14 years working in public education as a teacher and school counselor in Dallas and the Central Texas area focusing on Career and Technical Education. Most recently she has spent the last two years as Lead Counselor and Testing Coordinator at Gatesville High School. Throughout her career Mrs. Brownlee has been passionate about encouraging students to discover their passions and developing skills they can use long after they graduate from high school. In her career she has been named the 2011-2012 Connally High School Teacher of the Year and the 2021-2022 Employee of the Year for Gatesville High School. Mrs Brownlee holds a Bachelor's of Science degree from Baylor University in General Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education and Masters of Arts degree in School Counseling from Amberton University.

George Chambers

My name is George L Chambers and I am educator/coach with a passion for shaping young minds for over 20 years. I have dedicated my career to helping students reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom.

Having obtained my Masters Degree from Texas A&M Kingsville and a Bachelor's Degree from Tarleton State University, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as an Assistant Principal . I firmly believe in the power of education to transform lives and strive to instill a love for learning in all students.

Outside of my professional life, I cherish my role as a family man. I am happily married to Donna Chambers, and together we form a proud Connally family. We have two wonderful kids who are actively involved in the school district.

When not busy in the classroom or on the field, I enjoy downtime by indulging in his favorite hobbies. I finds solace in fishing, an activity that allow me to unwind and connect with nature. Above all, I treasure spending quality time with family and friends, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

I enjoy working in the Connally school community, inspiring and shaping the lives of all students.