We’re thrilled to announce, in partnership with EdForward, the newest Executive Leader Cohort (EdEx), a highly selective program welcoming 11 exceptional C-suite leaders from DC schools. They’re joining the vibrant School Leader Lab community, all working to create inclusive, high-performing learning environments where every student can thrive.
This ten-month, cohort-based program empowers EdEx leaders to refine their personal, adaptive, and people leadership abilities to drive meaningful, equitable change. They’ll also develop crucial technical skills that boost organizational coherence and student success. Throughout the program, leaders will gain the expertise to:
- Achieve significant results within their departments and organizations.
- Understand and navigate the complexities of their leadership role and new responsibilities in enabling change.
- Cultivate psychological safety and a sense of belonging within their teams.
- Build a powerful community of peers to enhance their impact and sustainability.
- Increase their readiness to ascend to the highest leadership roles in their networks.
EdEx 4 includes 11 leaders from 10 LEAs across DC, representing Wards 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8:
- Diamond Robinson, Meridian PCS, Chief Academic Officer
- Joshua Jackson, Cesar Chavez PCS, Principal
- Micah Westerman, Center City PCS, Principal
- JaQuan Bryant, Rocketship DC PCS, Principal
- Rakeisha Heckstall, Rocketship DC PCS, Regional Director of Operations
- Bridget Jackson, Two Rivers PCS, Chief of Staff
- Sommer Wynn, KIPP DC, Deputy Chief of Schools
- Ryan Benjamin, Sela PCS, Senior Director, Operations, Development and Finance
- Pamela McKinney, Capital City PCS, Chief Advancement & Advocacy Officer
- Alteasha Ervin, Ingenuity Prep PCS, Chief of Student Support & Wellness
- Tynika Young-Aleibar, DCPS, Deputy Chief, School Leader Recruitment, Selection, & Development
