About Us

Greetings St. John's Lane Community- 

I am deeply honored to assume the role of Principal at St. John’s Lane Elementary School, and I am excited to continue to build connections and relationships within our community. I am looking forward to watching our students learn and grow throughout this school year.

My journey in education began in Baltimore County in 2000, where I cultivated my passion for teaching. In 2007, I joined Howard County at Manor Woods Elementary, and my dedication to educational leadership flourished during my tenure as a Leadership intern at Veterans Elementary School. In 2014, I was appointed Assistant Principal at Atholton Elementary, a role that enriched my commitment to student success and community engagement. Continuing my career trajectory, I joined Bellows Spring Elementary in 2022, bringing with me a wealth of experience and a steadfast dedication to educational excellence. My academic journey includes a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from East Stroudsburg University, a Master's in Special Education from Towson University, and certification in Leadership and Administration from McDaniel College.

 I take great pride in fostering strong relationships and meeting the diverse needs of our school community. As the Principal, I am filled with enthusiasm and anticipation for the opportunities that lie ahead. I am honored to be the principal of this wonderful community!

Hello Jaguars! My name is Khalilah (Kah-LEE-lah) Braxton and I am thrilled to join the St. John’s Lane Elementary School Community! The 2026-2027 school year marks the beginning of my 28th year of service in the Howard County Public School System. My path began at Hammond Elementary where I was a classroom teacher for 17 years. I transitioned to a Title I Intervention teacher for 6 years at Talbott Springs Elementary. For the last 4 years, I served as Assistant Principal at Laurel Woods Elementary. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Radford University in Virginia and a Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision from Loyola University in Maryland.

I was raised in the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains of Covington, Virginia, and for the last 27 years, I've called Laurel, Maryland home! I am excited to build relationships, serve, and support the students, staff, and families of the St. John’s Lane community!