Lawrence E. Elkins
Elkins High School
Elkins began his education career in Fort Bend County in September 1949 as a classroom history teacher and coach at Missouri City High School before consolidation in 1959. During his tenure, Elkins served as principal at E.A. Jones Elementary, Director of Instruction and as Assistant Superintendent of Schools before being named superintendent in June 1974. He retired in February 1984, acting as superintendent emeritus from February 16 to June 30, 1984. Elkins led the district through many changes and projects during his superintendency – a growth explosion of approximately 16,000 students between 1974 and 1984, the passage of two major bond issues totaling $85 million and the opening and dedication of 12 new schools. He was instrumental in creating the district’s School/Community Relations Department in 1977, the Foundation for Excellence Program, the Fort Bend PTA Council and an active drug awareness program in the schools. He was also a strong advocate of Texas Public Schools Week. He served the district for 35 years.