Proven expertise in school turnaround, data-driven instruction, financial management, community partnerships, and talent development—delivering measurable improvements in academic outcomes through strategic leadership.
Strategic School Improvement & Turnaround Leadership
South High School - Principal
Led efforts resulting in the largest district-wide gains on the Ohio Graduation Test (2014)
Beery Middle School - Principal
Guided transformation from "Academic Emergency" to "Continuous Improvement" status
Champion Middle School - Principal
Implemented high-functioning PLCs that aligned instructional practices and increased teacher effectiveness
Columbus City Schools - Principal Supervisor
Successfully implemented OIP framework to systematically improve academic outcomes
Data-Driven Instructional Leadership
Performance Results
Increased schools with 3+ star ratings from 6 to 15
Principal Support
Developed tiered coaching frameworks based on key indicators
Early Warning Systems
Trained principals to identify and support at-risk students
By implementing comprehensive data systems, I created a culture of evidence-based decision making across schools. This approach not only improved academic metrics but also reduced chronic absenteeism and increased graduation rates through targeted interventions.
Financial Oversight & Grant Management
$4.9M
Annual Budget
Managed regional and school-level budgets, strategically aligning resources with academic priorities
$3M+
Grants Secured
Obtained competitive funding including School Improvement and Straight A Grants
Strategic financial leadership ensures that every dollar serves student achievement. My approach to fiscal management combines careful stewardship with innovative resource allocation to support district improvement plans and enhance educational opportunities.
Community & Political Engagement
Partnership Building
Established relationships with Columbus State Community College, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and local businesses
Student Opportunities
Created dual enrollment, career pathway programs, and mentoring opportunities
Policy Advocacy
Represented district in policy discussions with central office and community stakeholders
Community Trust
Strengthened relationships between schools and community through transparent communication
Talent Development & Capacity Building
Leadership Training
Facilitated monthly principal development sessions for 70+ administrators
Instructional Coaching
Implemented Inquiry Cycle coaching frameworks for continuous improvement
Matriculation Support
Designed professional development for High School Matriculation Coaches
Growth Monitoring
Created a data based system to tier schools and provide differentiated support for schools
Effective schools require strong leaders at every level. My approach to talent development focuses on building sustainable leadership capacity through targeted training, personalized coaching, and systematic support structures.