In partnership with Richmond Public Schools (RPS), School Leader Lab is pleased to announce a new cohort of the highly selective RPS LEAD cohort. These 15 individuals join the growing SLL community, which is designed to support school leaders in creating inclusive, high-performing learning environments that foster growth and excellence for all students.
RPS LEAD is a twelve-month, cohort-based program that empowers principals and assistant principals to honor the genius of every student by setting conditions that maximize growth and belonging for students and staff. The cohort allows leaders to step back from their demanding daily work and reflect with peers on their impact.
RPS LEAD 2026 includes 15 leaders from across Richmond Public Schools:
- Nsombi Morrison, Assistant Principal, Woodville Elementary
- Dwayne Parker, Assistant Principal, Amelia Street Special Education
- Rebecca Petrey, Principal, Southampton Elementary
- Shaunte Means, Assistant Principal, Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary
- Camilla Battle, Assistant Principal, John Marshall High
- Tess Short, Assistant Principal, Armstrong High
- Ashley Pride, Principal, Maymont Preschool
- Christopher Lacy, Assistant Principal, Bellevue Elementary
- LaTonia Kelley, Assistant Principal, Huguenot High
- Christina Valentine, Assistant Principal, Mary Munford Elementary
- Janea Reed, Assistant Principal, Cardinal Elementary
- April Burwell, Assistant Principal, Linwood Holton Elementary
- Stephanie Wozniak, Assistant Principal, Chimborazo Elementary
- Ketia Singleton, Assistant Principal, Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary
- Dr. Latrese Younger, Principal, Dogwood Middle
Thank you to the Richmond Ed Fund for making this cohort possible!
