Our Team
Meet the team of educators that works to make Inglewood Elementary a welcoming environment for students, parents, and teachers alike.
Leadership Team
Meet the team of educators who work to make Inglewood Elementary a welcoming environment for students, parents, and teachers alike.

Ashley Croft
Principal
Ashley Croft
Principal
Ashley’s first experience at Inglewood Elementary was as a student teacher in 2008, and this school community has held a special place in her heart since then. She started her career as a middle school teacher in East Nashville, where her promise, passion, and results led her to being recognized by the Tennessee Education Association as their Distinguished New Middle School Educator in 2013. Before returning to her dream job at Inglewood as principal in 2019, Ashley served as an intern with Boston Public Schools, an administrator in DC Public Schools, and as an instructional coach and school director with Teach for America.
Ashley holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and Human & Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University and an Ed.M. in School Leadership from Harvard University. When she’s not hugging kids in the halls of Inglewood, you can find Ashley hiking, running, kayaking, or just generally spending time with her husband Tim and furbabies Jasper and Jolene.
“I believe that our role as teachers is to make children feel empowered by their education, to enable them to lead lives full of choice and meaning.”

Kamilah Mathews
Assistant Principal
Kamilah Mathews
Assistant Principal
Mrs. Mathews is very excited to be an Inglewood Eagle! She received a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Evansville and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University-Portland. She is now pursuing an Education Specialist degree in Accountability and Instructional Leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University.
In her 15 years of experience, Mrs. Mathews has served as an elementary and middle school English Language Arts teacher, mentor for teachers of English Language Learners, Literacy Coach, and Dean of Instruction. As the Assistant Principal, she looks forward to partnering with Principal Croft, our staff, and our families to provide a joyful educational experience at Inglewood Elementary.
In her spare time, Mrs. Mathews enjoys spending time with her husband, Hiram, and son, Tyson. She also enjoys learning new skills, spending time outdoors, and quality time with family and friends.

Sara Grady
MSAP Curriculum Specialist
Sara Grady
MSAP Curriculum Specialist
Sara believes that fostering curiosity is the key to growing a child’s love of learning. After receiving a B.A. in International Studies from Virginia Tech, Sara moved overseas to teach English and found her passion for early childhood and elementary education. After four years in South Korea and Turkey, she moved to Nashville and received her M.A. in Teaching from Belmont University. Now in her 5th year at Inglewood Elementary, Sara has seen the school’s evolution first-hand and is incredibly proud to be working alongside teachers and staff dedicated to serving the Inglewood students, families, and community.
“It is my hope that every Inglewood student will leave more equipped with the knowledge and skills that will prepare them to lead lives of opportunity, and with the courage to make a positive impact on their world.”

Ashley Croft
Principal
Ashley’s first experience at Inglewood Elementary was as a student teacher in 2008, and this school community has held a special place in her heart since then. She started her career as a middle school teacher in East Nashville, where her promise, passion, and results led her to being recognized by the Tennessee Education Association as their Distinguished New Middle School Educator in 2013. Before returning to her dream job at Inglewood as principal in 2019, Ashley served as an intern with Boston Public Schools, an administrator in DC Public Schools, and as an instructional coach and school director with Teach for America.
Ashley holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and Human & Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University and an Ed.M. in School Leadership from Harvard University. When she’s not hugging kids in the halls of Inglewood, you can find Ashley hiking, running, kayaking, or just generally spending time with her husband Tim and furbabies Jasper and Jolene.
“I believe that our role as teachers is to make children feel empowered by their education, to enable them to lead lives full of choice and meaning.”

Kamilah Mathews
Assistant Principal
Mrs. Mathews is very excited to be an Inglewood Eagle! She received a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Evansville and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University-Portland. She is now pursuing an Education Specialist degree in Accountability and Instructional Leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University.
In her 15 years of experience, Mrs. Mathews has served as an elementary and middle school English Language Arts teacher, mentor for teachers of English Language Learners, Literacy Coach, and Dean of Instruction. As the Assistant Principal, she looks forward to partnering with Principal Croft, our staff, and our families to provide a joyful educational experience at Inglewood Elementary.
In her spare time, Mrs. Mathews enjoys spending time with her husband, Hiram, and son, Tyson. She also enjoys learning new skills, spending time outdoors, and quality time with family and friends.

Sara Grady
MSAP Curriculum Specialist
Sara believes that fostering curiosity is the key to growing a child’s love of learning. After receiving a B.A. in International Studies from Virginia Tech, Sara moved overseas to teach English and found her passion for early childhood and elementary education. After four years in South Korea and Turkey, she moved to Nashville and received her M.A. in Teaching from Belmont University. Now in her 5th year at Inglewood Elementary, Sara has seen the school’s evolution first-hand and is incredibly proud to be working alongside teachers and staff dedicated to serving the Inglewood students, families, and community.
“It is my hope that every Inglewood student will leave more equipped with the knowledge and skills that will prepare them to lead lives of opportunity, and with the courage to make a positive impact on their world.”
Values
Relationship-Oriented
Equity
Diversity
Instructional Expertise
Collaboration
Commitment to Growth
Resilience
Innovative Thinking
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