Chantel A.
K-8 Principal - Launching Year
- Role
- K-8 Principal - School Launch Year at IDEA Public Schools
- Location
- Lakeland, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Chantel A.
Dynamic and results-driven PreK–12 Instructional Leader with over two decades of proven success in traditional, turnaround, and alternative education environments. My career has been defined by a relentless commitment to equity, academic excellence, and student-centered innovation. I bring a strong record of transforming schools through strategic planning, culturally responsive instruction, and inclusive school cultures that prioritize the whole child.I specialize in aligning curriculum with rigorous standards, implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and building restorative and proactive behavior systems through PBIS, CHAMPS, and restorative practices. My leadership has consistently led to significant gains in student achievement, improved school climate, and increased stakeholder engagement.With a strong background in instructional coaching, professional development, and data-driven leadership, I empower educators to deliver high-impact instruction. I have a history of building teacher and leader capacity, fostering collaboration, and ensuring fidelity of implementation across systems. My experience spans urban districts, charter networks, and alternative education programs, each shaped by a deep understanding of the unique needs of students and communities.Certified in IL, WI, and FL with endorsements ranging from elementary to gifted education and science content areas, I lead with both instructional depth and operational acumen. From launching new campuses and recovering funding to securing major grants and leading district-wide training, I bring a comprehensive leadership lens that balances vision with execution.Passionate about disrupting inequities and designing systems where every scholar can thrive.
Experience
K-8 Principal - School Launch Year
Jul 2024 — Present · Lakeland, FL, US
As the founding principal of IDEA Lakeland, our campus achieved exceptional academic gains in our launch year—earning the highest growth scores on the Florida State FAST Assessment in multiple grade levels across the region:#1 in 3rd Grade ELA and 6th Grade ELA #1 in 6th Grade Math and 5th Grade Science🤝 Tied for #1 in 3rd Grade MathWe moved from single-digit proficiency (4–11%) to up to 55% proficiency in Math in just one year—demonstrating the power of aligned instruction, data-driven leadership, and a culture of high expectations.In addition to academic success, we maintained high scholar engagement through a consistently strong Average Daily Attendance (ADA) throughout the school year—underscoring a supportive and mission-driven school climate built from the ground up.
Education
Saint Xavier University
Master's degree, Educational Leadership and Administration, General
2004 — 2005
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