Meet Our Team

Laura Burgos

Executive Director

Carly Highsmith

Director of Educator Pathways

Council Members

Our council members contribute collective wisdom for driving impactful decisions at the WLC.

Helen Anderson

WLC Chair, Mayoral Appointee

AJe’ J. English

WLC Vice Chair, Red Clay School District

Deirdra Joyner

Christina School District Superintendent

Dorrell Green

Red Clay School District Superintendent

Dr. Lisa Lawson

Brandywine School District Superintendent

Mia Elliott

Christina School District Parent Representative

Shannon Troncoso

Christina School District Board Representative

Rahid Flonnory

Student Representative

School Principals

The school principals shaping educational excellence are the heartbeat of our WLC schools.

Tracey Roberts

Harlan Elementary School

Andrea Collins-White

Stubbs Early Education Center

Dr. Tongela Ginyard

The Bayard School

Sara Toussaint-Moody

Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy

Tessa Wallace

Pulaski Early Education Center

Deborah Ashton

Shortlidge Academy

Kimberly G. Price

Warner Elementary School

Dr. Rasheen Booker

Joseph E. Johnson Elementary School

Christopher Romano

William C. Lewis Dual Language Elementary School

Educator Leader Team

The Educational Leadership Team (ELT) is composed of teachers and staff members from our partner schools and acts as the decision-making body for those schools. The ELT is currently navigating its first major decision concerning the approach to one of its outcomes. This decision marks a significant step in the team’s journey as they exercise full autonomy and authority over shaping the educational landscape. 

Some examples of ELT Innovation Projects currently underway include creating sensory rooms for our schools, implementing professional development programs, collaborating with other schools nationwide to learn about best practices, and many others. 

Partners

At the WLC, our mission is made possible through the invaluable support of our diverse partners, including community organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies. Their collaboration is crucial to driving meaningful change in our schools and creating a lasting impact for our students.

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