The Principal

Casey Branham

Casey Branham took the helm at Garden Springs in July 2026 with more than 15 years of experience in education and five years of dedicated service to Fayette County Public Schools. She previously served as assistant principal since 2021. 

Branham began her career in 2001 as a substitute teacher and then second grade teacher at Huntertown Elementary in Woodford County. After taking time off to be home with her children, she returned to education as a substitute teacher and then a classroom teacher at Southside Elementary in Versailles. In 2020, Branham moved to Mercer County where she served as an instructional coordinator. She joined FCPS in 2021 as the assistant principal at Garden Springs. 

Branham holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Midway College, a master’s degree in Education from the University of the Cumberlands, and an Education Specialist degree from Asbury University.