Dr. Wright is in her 3rd year at Cottage Grove School as Building Principal with prior administrative experience with the Madison Metropolitan School District. She received her Ph.D from UW Madison in the Education Leadership Policy Analysis (ELPA) department in May of 2022. Dr. Wright has been in the field of education for over 12…
Raven Talley has worked as an educator for 15 years within Chicago Public Schools. She holds degrees in journalism, media, art, and educational administration. She has worked as an intermediate and primary teacher, coach to new teachers, district workshop presenter, assistant principal and currently as a principal. Raven is very fortunate to have received great…
My background is in pediatric medicine and I made a career change to education. I have been an educator at Walsh Middle School for 19 years as a middle school algebra teacher and a Math Department Head. I have a Master’s degree in Administrative Leadership from Endicott College- Massachusetts School Administrators Association, a Master’s degree…
Shantel Sappleton is a native of Bloomfield Connecticut. Her journey in education began at University of Connecticut where she received her master’s degree in education through the accelerated master’s program. She began her teaching career in Baltimore City Public Schools teaching fourth grade. She spent nine years there before transitioning to leadership roles. She is…
Walter Wright-El Shabazz is a native of Charlotte, North Carolina, and a first-generation college student. He is a graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor’s in Political Science, Black Studies, and Spanish. He continued his education at Liberty University receiving his Master of Education in Higher Education and Urban Education K-12 Leadership. Mr. Wright-El…
Keviyona Ray describes herself as a passionate educational leader with a commitment to equity for all students. Throughout her professional endeavors, she has shown the ability to develop strong teacher teams and leaders and provide instructional coaching. She is passionate about building relational trust with all stakeholders and fiercely advocates for a community-centered approach that…
Lathan J. Pooser is an Assistant Principal whose mission is to cultivate culturally inclusive learning that promotes positive student outcomes. His current role as an assistant principal involves serving as the lead administrator for the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) Team, School Testing Coordinator, and Safety and Facilities Coordinator. In addition to his duties…
La Shawndra is an Assistant Principal at Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences. She began her professional career as a Mental Health Professional, working with adults living with mental illnesses. Although the career was rewarding, La Shawndra had a strong desire to work with young people in an educational setting. She transitioned from the private…
Ashley Kerri Peel joined KIPP DC in June 2011 as a Kindergarten teaching resident and is currently the Principal of KIPP DC Grow Academy. In this role, they lead alongside amazing educators who work tirelessly to provide unconditional love & high-quality instruction to all students. Ms. Peel is a Posse Scholar from the Bronx, New…
Mrs. McBride has served Duval County Public Schools for 17 years. She has served in leadership roles for 13 years in Title I schools. Sanaa was recognized as Duval County Public Schools Assistant Principal of the year in 2015. She serves as the “STELLAR” Principal of Biscayne Elementary Leadership Academy. As an educational leader in…