Arlando Dawson

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT ARLANDO DAWSON

With 15+ years of educational leadership experience, I\'m a dedicated principal at Clayton County Public Schools, leading a turnaround initiative at a low-performing focus school. I hold a specialist degree in educational leadership and completed Harvard University\'s School Turnaround Leaders Program. Expertise: Educational Leadership School Turnaround Initiatives Compliance Management Fundraising & Grant Acquisition Key Skills: Leveraging my educational leadership background to drive turnaround efforts. Completed prestigious programs, equipping me to transform school culture and performance. Recognized for elevating student test scores and enhancing school capabilities. Excel in crafting practical solutions in challenging environments. Champion community engagement to foster development and equity, boosting retention rates and student performance. Ensure compliance with regulations while coordinating testing and instructional programs. Successful in securing funding from Amazon ($300K), ASA ($5K), and Georgia United Credit Union ($40K). Recipient of the GA Literacy Leaders award, demonstrating dedication to literacy promotion. Accomplishments: Led turnaround initiative, resulting in significant improvements in student achievement and school culture. Received GA DOE Bronze Award for achieving highest academic growth in the region. Administered and expanded AP, Honors, and IB programs to provide diverse academic opportunities. Secured substantial funding from multiple sources to support school initiatives. Acknowledged with the GA Literacy Leaders award for promoting reading proficiency. Core Competencies: Educational Leadership Turnaround Strategies Compliance Management Fundraising Collaboration Academic Program Administration Quality Education Advocacy With a proven track record of driving positive change and a dedication to promoting academic excellence, I am committed to fostering a culture of innovation and student success. Through strategic leadership and collaborative efforts, I aim to empower both students and educators to reach their full potential and achieve lasting success. My ultimate goal is to create a learning environment where every student thrives and succeeds, preparing them for a bright future ahead.