Administrative Team

Principal - Dr. Ashley Belton

Dr. Belton earned her bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communication from the University of Houston and began her career as an elementary teacher. She served in various leadership roles, earning a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Dallas Baptist University and a doctoral degree in Education Administration from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Her experience includes serving as a special education teacher, dyslexia interventionist, fourth and fifth grade support teacher, dean of students, and assistant principal.

Dr. Belton is committed to fostering a school community grounded in the Phoenix 5 core values: Compassionate, Intentional, Empowered, Curious, and Resilient. She is dedicated to ensuring every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally while being prepared to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

Favorite Quote: I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."- Maya Angelou

Assistant Principal - Mrs. Chaz Lattimore

Two years after graduating from Trinity University in San Antonio, Mrs. Lattimore moved to Dallas to join Teach For America–DFW. This pivotal decision and additional training at Rice University in Houston solidified her passion for delivering high quality education to students.

Her first year in the classroom was filled with joy, laughter, lightbulb moments, individual student growth, and the occasional tear, experiences that inspired her to continue teaching. What began as a two-year commitment became five years in the classroom, sparking her aspiration to serve as a campus administrator.

Mrs. Lattimore went on to serve several years as an assistant principal at Casa View Elementary. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, attending church, and spending time with her husband, Will, and their daughter, Zovi. She is excited to bring her passion and dedication to the PL Prep family and looks forward to building strong connections with students, staff, and families.

Favorite Quote: “What is now proved was once only imagined.” ― William Blake