Meet our Principal Mrs. Jaivi Howell HowellMcKee
Meet our Principal Mrs. Jaivi Howell HowellMcKee









Saint Benedict School; 12786 Illinois Street; P.O. Drawer 819; Elberta, Alabama 36530-0819
Jaivi Howell
Mrs. Jaivi Howell was raised in Naples, FL where she attended Saint Ann Catholic School. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX and ranked number one in her class. She received her Masters Degree in Education Administration from the University of Saint Thomas in Houston, TX with honors.
Over the years, Mrs. Howell has taught in both elementary and middle school as well as served as a technology mentor, curriculum specialist, and assistant principal. She is certified as a teacher in both Texas and Alabama for all elementary and middle school grades, and she is certified in both states as a principal for Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. With life experience as a Catholic school student and professional experience in the public schools, she seeks to provide a nurturing learning environment for both Catholic and non-Catholic students at Saint Benedict.
Mrs. Howell and her husband, Rich, are the proud parents of four grown children, all of whom are college grads. They love the Lower Alabama region with its unique communities, family atmosphere, and beautiful waterways.