Principal

Brandi Calahan
bcalahan@laurelschools.org
601-428-5312 ext. 6003

Brandi Calahan began her career in education as a long-term substitute teacher. Before coming to the Laurel School District in 2021 she served as a Middle School & High School English Teacher, Academic Coach for ELA and social studies. She also served as a Assistant Principal in the state of Mississippi and Georgia. She brings with her 14 years of experience. She is currently Principal for Laurel Middle School.

She received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Southern Mississippi, Masters in Education Administration from William Carey University, Specialist in Instructional Leadership from William Carey, and completed Millsaps College Principals' Institute.

"Educating and having the opportunity to assist in shaping the minds of young people is a blessing. Our students deserve the best and nothing less."

Assistant Principal

Demetrious Goff
dgoff@laurelschools.org
601-428-5312 ext. 6005

Demetrious Goff began his career in education as an Alternative School Teacher. Before coming to Laurel in July 2022, he worked as a seventh through twelfth-grade History teacher and middle and high school basketball and football coach. He also taught ninth and twelfth-grade History and sixth through eight grade Physical Education. In addition, he served as a History teacher and a Head Football and basketball coach.

With more than 16 years of experience, he has obtained an Associate of Arts Degree from Pearl River Community College, a Bachelor of Science in Coaching and Sports Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi, and a Master's in Educational Leadership from William Carey University.

"I love working in education because I build relationships with students. These relationships afford me the opportunity to help mold and push them into a legacy of greatness."