New principal of Frenship Middle School set to begin role in 2024-25 school year

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LUBBOCK, Texas — Frenship ISD said in a press release Wednesday that Crystal Alvarado was named the new principal of Frenship Middle School.

Alvarado has 16 years of educational experience with five years in educational leadership, the press release said. Originally from Colorado, Alvarado moved to the Lubbock area to earn a master’s degree in administration from Wayland Baptist University .

According to the press release, Alvarado has taught at various schools in Lubbock and served in many roles including elementary teacher, instructional coach, assistant principal and most recently principal of Maedgen Elementary.

Starting in the 2024-2025 school year, Alvarado will assume her new role.

“I am beyond excited to be a part of the Frenship ISD family and embark on this new adventure as a middle school principal. I am looking forward to meeting all the students and families at Frenship Middle School,” said Alvarado.

“Frenship Middle School has such a rich history, and I look forward to working closely with the district and campus leadership teams to ensure a smooth transition process. I will also do everything in my power to support the staff, students, and families at Frenship Middle School.”

Alvarado and her husband Domingo have been married for 21 years and have four children, including their two youngest children who are proud Frenship Tigers at the Ninth Grade Center and Heritage Middle School, the press release said.

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