Overland Trail Elementary
About Us
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Mrs. Erica McDonald, Principal
Erica McDonald serves as principal of Overland Trail Elementary. She brings 13 years of experience in education, all within the Blue Valley School District, including roles as an elementary educator, assistant principal, and principal.
McDonald earned a Bachelor of Education degree from Kansas State University. She holds a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction and a Master of Science in School Leadership from Baker University. She values being part of the Blue Valley community and proudly embraces her role within the Overland Trail Cougar family.
She lives in Lenexa with her husband, Christian, their two daughters, Blaise and Steele, and their son, Brix. Outside of school, her family enjoys spending time together through various activities, including traveling.
McDonald is dedicated to supporting staff and students by fostering an inclusive environment that promotes life readiness and personal excellence for all learners. She looks forward to continuing to provide rich, relevant, and meaningful learning experiences at Overland Trail Elementary.
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Mrs. Alicia Anderson, Assistant Principal
Alicia Anderson serves as assistant principal at Overland Trail Elementary. She brings two decades of experience in education, including roles as a classroom teacher, math specialist, instructional coach, innovation specialist, and administrative intern.
Anderson began her teaching career in Blue Valley Schools in 2001 before moving to Tennessee, where she taught second through fourth grades in Memphis City Schools. Returning to the Kansas City area in 2012, she expanded her focus beyond the classroom by working in the Shawnee Mission School District in various instructional and leadership roles.
A native of Olathe, Kansas, Anderson graduated from Olathe North High School. She earned her undergraduate degree in elementary education from MidAmerica Nazarene University, a Master of Education from Walden University, and holds an administration certificate from Pittsburg State University. She lives in Olathe with her husband, Keith, and their adult children, Allison and Brandyn.
Outside of work, Anderson enjoys spending time with family, running, gardening, and singing. She is committed to fostering positive relationships within the school community and supporting student achievement and growth at Overland Trail Elementary.