16-05-2025
Angela Johnson named new Westwood High School Principal
The Westwood Independent School District Board of Trustees appointed Assistant Principal Angela Johnson as its new high school principal Monday during its meeting.
'I was excited about continuing the work here at Westwood High School,' Johnson said. 'As far as support, I feel at peace knowing that they support me and they trust my leadership to guide and be an example for students and teachers.'
Westwood Public Relations Coordinator Britni Calzada said Johnson is the right person for the job.
'Mrs. Johnson has been serving as the assistant principal at Westwood High School and has already made a meaningful impact in our district,' Calzada said. 'We are excited to support her as she steps into her new role as principal. With her leadership, we are confident she will continue to help students excel and empower our staff to thrive.'
Following the closed session, the motion was made and approved by a unanimous decision for Johnson to replace Scott Nettles, who is retiring Friday.
'I learned how to become a principal and lead and guide and support teachers and students [from Nettles],' Johnson said.
Nettles is retiring after following a long career in which he taught social studies and coached basketball at Westwood for 10 years, before serving as assistant principal in 2017. He was made principal in 2018.
With prior teaching and coaching positions at Elkhart High School, he has nearly 30 years of experience in education. He completed a Master's of Education in Educational Leadership at Stephen F. Austin University.
Johnson has a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with 11 years in education and is the first female African American administrator at Westwood High School.
'I was at Palestine High School for six years as a Criminal Justice teacher,' Johnson said. 'I was promoted to the after school coordinator for three years at A.M. Story and the junior high. I have been at Westwood for the past three years.'
She said when it comes to her goal for the upcoming school year, the students are the top priority.
'My goal is to create a safe, inclusive and inspiring school environment where teachers are supported,' Johnson said. 'I want the students to be challenged and cared for. I want to also increase involvement from the community and families. I am very committed to serving the needs of all students.'
