Administration

Mrs. Stanetress Evans, Principal
Stanetress Evans is a passionate and experienced elementary school principal, with over 17 years in education. Born in Miami and proudly educated in Georgia, she brings a unique blend of cultural insight and local commitment to her leadership. Stanetress believes deeply in the transformative power of education and the daily work of shaping young minds into incredible humans who will one day change the world.
She leads with heart, vision, and a steadfast dedication to student success. Her approach fosters a nurturing, inclusive environment where both students and staff are empowered to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Ms. Tricia James, Assistant Principal
A dedicated and accomplished educational leader, Tricia James brings over a decade of experience in elementary education, special education, and instructional coaching across diverse school districts in Georgia and Florida. She holds both a B.A. and M.A. from Florida State University with a concentration in Special Education and Curriculum & Instruction. Her previous roles include Instructional Support Teacher, Autism Support Teacher—where she was honored as Teacher of the Year at Parklane Elementary School—IRR teacher, and 4th grade teacher, each marked by a commitment to inclusive education and student success. Tricia is known for building strong relationships with students, families, and staff, through love and for using data and proven teaching strategies to help every child succeed. Passionate about creating inclusive and supportive learning environments, she is committed to helping schools grow through teamwork, collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement. She loves spending time with friends and family, traveling, and gardening. She is excited to join and serve the Dunwoody Springs community.

Ms. Megan Meneely, Curriculum Support Teacher
Ms. Meneely, grew up in Chagrin Falls, Ohio (a small town outside of Cleveland). She received her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University (Go Hoosiers!), her Master's Degree in Educational Administration and Policy from the University of Georgia (Go Bulldogs!), and her Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership at The University of West Georgia. Ms. Meneely began her teaching career in Fulton County schools in 2006, and was promoted to Curriculum Support Teacher at Dunwoody Springs in the winter of 2014. Her strong organizational skills and in-depth knowledge of curriculum make Ms. Meneely an incredible asset to our school.
In her spare time, Ms. Meneely enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, cooking, and spoiling her beloved dog, Ada!

Mrs. Aisha Perry, Instructional Support Teacher
Ms. Kathleen Greb, MTSS/504 Chair

Ms. Erica Dailey, School Counselor
Ms. Dailey was born in Boston, MA and grew up in Marietta, GA. She earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Tuskegee University, followed by a Master's Degree in School Counseling at Cambridge College. Her career in education began 17 years ago as an 8th grade reading teacher. As a teacher, she realized there were so many additional factors affecting students' ability to learn, so she decided to become a counselor. She spent 8 years as a high school counselor and transitioned to elementary school counseling three years ago.
Outside of school, the majority of her time is spent with family and friends. She has 3 children, a 15-year-old and 6-year-old daughter, as well as a 14-year-old son. They keep her busy with sports and other extracurricular activities. She loves to travel and learn about other people and cultures. Her hobbies include singing, interior design/DIY, doing hair, and makeup.
As a member of Dunwoody Springs’ administrative team, Ms. Dailey is responsible for the administration of counseling and related services ( school-wide, grade level, small group and individual counseling and student support), Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS). She is responsible for the coordination of 504 plans, DSES Crisis Team, hospital homebound services, and private school records. She is also a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) team member.
Maggie O'Brien, Instructional Coach (Math)
Ms. Erin Gillis, Instructional Coach (K-5 Reading)
Mrs. Vaneisa Hutchins, Social Worker
