Ms. Owenby is a proud product of Gaston County Schools, graduating from Hunter Huss High School in 1999. She began her teaching career at North Gaston High School, where she taught science for nine and a half years before transitioning to administration. Over the last seven years, Ms. Owenby had the privilege of serving as assistant principal to Hunter Huss High School, Lingerfeldt Elementary, and Cherryville High School. 

Ms. Owenby is excited to be returning to the Dallas community as Principal of Costner Elementary. 

Education:

2005 B. A. Biology, Belmont Abbey College

2012 M. A. Instructional Technology, Appalachian State University

2016 Ed.S. Educational Administration, Appalachian State University