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Lisa Duke

Senatobia ,MISSISSIPPI

Summary

Results-driven principal offering twenty-two years of experience helping students achieve at the highest level. Outstanding skills in communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader and making decisions based on the best interest of students.



Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

Desoto County Schools
07.2014 - Current
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.
  • Managed school budget, personnel and hiring.
  • Improved student outcomes by analyzing data.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Fostered positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions.

Assistant Principal

Desoto County Schools
07.2013 - 07.2014
  • Built strong relationships with local community organizations for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation.
  • Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
  • Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
  • Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.

Assistant Principal

Desoto County Schools
07.2006 - 07.2013
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Administrative Intern

Desoto County Schools
08.2004 - 05.2005
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when faced with changing demands, prioritizing tasks effectively to accommodate new challenges or responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with team members on various projects, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills while working towards shared goals.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.

Teacher

Desoto County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2004
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS
05.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS
05.2001

Skills

  • School safety
  • Student Centered
  • Educational staff supervision
  • Operational planning
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Budget Administration
  • Community Engagement
  • Active Listening
  • Self Motivation

Accomplishments

  • "PREPS" Award 2022-Top 10% of MS Schools in overall Growth in Reading and Math
  • "Raise The Bar" Award -Exceptional Academic Achievement
  • Awarded Level A STAR School-Highest accountability Level for years 2017-2023.
  • 3rd Grade Gate- Average Pass percentage the past three year is 96.4%




Timeline

Principal

Desoto County Schools
07.2014 - Current

Assistant Principal

Desoto County Schools
07.2013 - 07.2014

Assistant Principal

Desoto County Schools
07.2006 - 07.2013

Administrative Intern

Desoto County Schools
08.2004 - 05.2005

Teacher

Desoto County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2004

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Delta State University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Mississippi University For Women

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