Meet the Assistant Principals
Lisa Bates
Assistant Principal-6th Grade | A-L 8th Grade
972-968-4400
Welcome to all of our families to DeWitt Perry! I am Lisa Bates and have the privilege to serve as one of the Assistant Principals of this amazing campus!
I am a proud product of CFBISD. I attended Woodlake Elementary, Dan F. Long Middle School, and Newman Smith High School. I believe CFBISD is the best for providing each and every student and family with a supportive, safe, diverse, and rigorous educational journey. I believe DeWitt Perry is a family and treat each student, parent, and community member as a vital part of the success of the campus. I want the best for your student during their formative years of middle school through laying a strong foundation to be built on to be a successful adult.
I have a Bachelor’s of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas A&M University, College Station. I earned my Master of Arts in Teaching Science from the University of Texas at Dallas and finally my Principal certification from Lamar University.
My teaching career began in Richardson ISD, then moved to the Austin area, Spring (outside Houston), and finally back home to CFBISD. I have taught multiple levels of science and math and served as the Middle School Science Specialist in Spring ISD and CFBISD before moving to administration.
Outside of work, I love to travel, read, and spend time with my family. I am married to my college sweetheart with two adult children who each live outside of Texas (thus the travel!).
I view our families as a team to help your student succeed! Please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I look forward to a fantastic and limitless year!
Kenyah Hill
Assistant Principal-7th Grade | M-Z 8th Grade
972-968-4400
Hello! I'm Kenyah Hill, and I’m excited to join the Eagle family at Perry Middle School as your new Assistant Principal.
I’ve had the privilege of serving in CFBISD for the past six years as a Middle School Counselor at Polk Middle School. Throughout my time there, I’ve built strong, meaningful relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners. My focus has always been on supporting the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—and I take pride in being a trusted advocate for students and a resource for families.
For the past three years, I’ve also worked with the CFBISD Counseling Connection Center, where I provided direct counseling services and connected families with the resources they needed to thrive.
As I transition into the role of Assistant Principal, I bring with me a deep understanding of student needs and the ability to connect, listen, and lead with empathy. My background in counseling allows me to approach discipline, academic planning, and student support with a restorative and solutions-focused mindset. I believe that when students feel safe, seen, and supported, they are more equipped to succeed—and I’m committed to helping create that environment here at Perry.
I earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Northeastern State University, a Master’s in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma, and hold a Principal Certification from Lamar University.
I’m truly honored to be part of this amazing school community and look forward to partnering with all of you to support the success of every student.