Administrators

Malcolm E. Nicholas, M.S. brings a wealth of experience and a passion for education to his role as Principal at W.J. Bryan Elementary.

Educational Background:

• Master of Science degrees in Educational Leadership and Mathematics from Nova Southeastern University
• Bachelor of Arts in Parks and Recreation from Florida International University

Certifications:

• Middle Grades Math (grades 5-9)
• Educational Leadership 
• Principalship

Experience:

Mr. Nicholas boasts over 30 years dedicated to fostering student success in elementary, secondary, and post-secondary institutions. Throughout his career, he has specialized in mathematics education, ensuring students develop a strong foundation in this crucial subject.

For the past eleven years, Mr. Nicholas served as a high school Assistant Principal in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. He has made significant contributions at South Miami Senior High School, Miami Central Senior High School, Law Enforcement Officers’ Memorial High School and as Principal at Andover Middle School. 

Leadership:

Cultivating a culture of achievement by enhancing student engagement in the classroom where instruction is challenging, setting clear, high, consistent yet attainable expectations for all students, and teachers is his passion.

Now at W. J. Bryan Elementary School, Mr. Nicholas is committed to creating a dynamic learning environment that empowers students, fosters collaboration, and ignites a lifelong love of learning.

Personal Life:

When away from school, Mr. Nicholas finds joy in studying the Bible, watching movies, biking, and cherishing quality time with his mother, children, extended family, and friends.

Mrs. Kristina Ferrera, Assistant Principal                                                        

Mrs. Kristina Ferrera has served as an educator in Miami-Dade County Public Schools for seventeen years. She currently holds two degrees, a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership.                                                        

Prior to becoming an administrator, Mrs. Ferrera was a classroom teacher with innovative and exciting methods of teaching. She brought life into her classroom by making sure that the children in her care were excited about learning.                                                                  

Mrs. Ferrera also served on many committees and was an integral part of student success in her previous school. Mrs. Ferrera’s love for education and creativity make her an asset to W.J. Bryan Elementary School.              

“You can teach a student a lesson for the day, but if you teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." Clay Bedford