Ashley Marie Dennis
KIPP DC | Higher Education Administration
- Role
- VP of Academics at KIPP DC
- Location
- Washington, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ashley Marie Dennis
With a strategic focus on data-driven leadership, my tenure at KIPP DC as Dean of Instruction is marked by significant contributions to student academic success and technological integration. My expertise in assessing and interpreting complex data sets has been pivotal in formulating educational strategies that foster high achievement and identify areas for targeted intervention.Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, I have effectively implemented Positive Behavior Intervention and Support initiatives, enhancing school culture and student experiences. My proactive approach to problem-solving in technology support has ensured seamless operations for over 300 end users, reflecting my dedication to educational excellence and continuous improvement.
Experience
VP of Academics
Jul 2024 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Serve as a senior instructional and academic leader responsible for school-wide academic outcomes, college readiness indicators, and alignment between instruction, advising, and postsecondary planning.Partner closely with the College & Career Counseling team to ensure students remain on-track for graduation, college eligibility, and competitive postsecondary pathways.Analyze student performance, GPA trends, credit accumulation, and assessment data to design targeted academic interventions and individualized student support plans.Collaborate with families, counselors, and administrators to guide students through graduation requirements, academic planning, and long-term college and career decision-making.Lead cross-functional initiatives and stand in for senior leadership when needed, ensuring continuity of operations and accountability to outcomes.Serve as the leader of the school-wide Attendance Team, designing and executing strategic attendance initiatives that increase daily attendance, reduce chronic absenteeism, and directly support improved academic performance and on-time graduation outcomes.Plan and coordinate college tours and career exposure opportunities for 9th and 10th grade students, intentionally connecting cumulative GPA, academic performance, and course rigor to postsecondary pathways.
Education
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sociology
2010 — 2014
Columbia University
Master of Arts - MA, Organization & Leadership
2018
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sociology
Universoty
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sociology
Skills
- Event Planning
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Excel
- Powerpoint
- Fundraising
- Microsoft Office
- Research
- Community Outreach
- Nonprofits
- Teamwork
- Editing
- Social Media
- Public Speaking
- Teaching
- Microsoft Word
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