Administration
Principal
Mrs. Ashleigh Barnhart-Burto
Principal
BS Health and Physical Education, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.A. Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, Walden University
Certificate of Advanced Study (Administration), Suny Oswego
M.A. Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, Walden University
Certificate of Advanced Study (Administration), Suny Oswego
Work:
919-496-3676
Ashleigh M. Barnhart-Burto is the principal of Louisburg Elementary School, where she is dedicated to fostering a warm, inclusive, and academically rich environment for all students. Known for her collaborative leadership style and clear, compassionate communication, Mrs. Barnhart-Burto prioritizes building strong relationships with staff, students, and families.
Throughout her career, she has championed high-quality instruction, consistent routines, and a positive school culture grounded in kindness, respect, and student growth. Mrs. Barnhart-Burto brings a wealth of experience from previous districts, where she led with a focus on systems that support both teaching and learning.
At Louisburg Elementary, she remains committed to ensuring every student feels welcomed, supported, and inspired each day. She believes deeply in the power of community and works hand-in-hand with educators and families to help each Mustang thrive.
Throughout her career, she has championed high-quality instruction, consistent routines, and a positive school culture grounded in kindness, respect, and student growth. Mrs. Barnhart-Burto brings a wealth of experience from previous districts, where she led with a focus on systems that support both teaching and learning.
At Louisburg Elementary, she remains committed to ensuring every student feels welcomed, supported, and inspired each day. She believes deeply in the power of community and works hand-in-hand with educators and families to help each Mustang thrive.
Assistant Principal
Ms. Wanda Keith
Administrator
Assistant Principal
BA Elementary Education, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
M.Ed. Education, North Carolina Central University
MSA Master School Administration, North Carolina State University
M.Ed. Education, North Carolina Central University
MSA Master School Administration, North Carolina State University
Work:
919-496-3676
Wanda Keith is the assistant principal of Louisburg Elementary School. She has been in education for 30 years with Franklin County Schools. During this time she served as a first grade teacher, reading coach, and an assistant principal. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from North Carolina Central University and a Master’s degree in School Administration from North Carolina State University.