After receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Baylor University in 2001, Mrs. Clark joined Irving ISD as a classroom teacher at Brown Elementary School.  While working at Brown, she taught a variety of grade levels.  In 2006, Mrs. Clark earned a Masters of Science in Math Education from Stephen F. Austin University. This allowed her to transition out of the classroom and joined A.S. Johnston to serve as the Instructional Coach, Interventionist, and Academic Specialist.

Continuing to feed her desire to grow in educational leadership, she obtained her administration certificate through Stephen F. Austin University in 2016.  Mrs. Clark then served the students, staff, and families as the Assistant Principal of Johnston Elementary. 

Mrs. Clark is excited to continue her service to Irving ISD as the principal of Townley Elementary. Townley’s mascot is the Torchlighter, and what an incredible symbol that is!  A Torchlighter illuminates during dark times.  It provides guidance, hope, and leads the way. 

Mrs. Clark shares, “Our students will shine academically and with their character.  I look forward to our partnership as we shine as Townley Torchlighters.”

Mrs. Clark enjoys spending time with her husband, James, and her twin sons, Thomas and Jack.  On the weekends, the Clarks can usually be found outside at a soccer game or working in the yard. 

Allen Edwards is one that loves working with children in schools and outside of the school system. Mr. Edwards received his Associate Degree from Navarro Junior College, his Bachelor's from Huston-Tillotson University, and his Master's Degree from Concordia University. He has been in education for over 30 plus years. He has taught 3^rd - 8th grade in the areas of reading, language arts, science, and math.

Mr. Edwards was fortunate enough to meet and marry the love of his life, Alacia Hinton-Edwards. They have been married for 30 plus years and have two wonderful children. He loves meeting, talking, helping, and ministering to people from all over the world.

He is excited to join the Townley Family. He believes that with patience and help, everyone can improve and conquer great things in life. Together let’s impact this world with greatness. The three steps to survival and thriving are breathe, flex, and pray.