REGINALD RHINES
Mansfield,TX
Summary
I am a highly experienced educational leader responsible for overseeing and monitoring systems and programs designed to ensure students are successful in academics, attendance, discipline, and social-emotional learning. I have a deep understanding of educational policies, practices, and procedures and the ability to create and implement strategic plans that promote academic excellence and student achievement. I possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to lead and manage a large team of educators, administrators, and support staff. Innovative Education Administrator with diverse experience in overseeing academic programs and enhancing educational operations. Skilled in developing effective policies, managing staff, and fostering collaborative environments that encourage student success. Demonstrated ability to improve curriculum standards and implement innovative teaching methods that enhance learning experiences. Have led teams in achieving goals through strategic planning and efficient resource management, contributing to the overall improvement of educational institutions.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Coordinator
Kennedale ISD
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives and district goals
- Assist campus administrators with fair and consistent administration of discipline policies and discretionary disciplinary alternative education program (DAEP) placements
- Coordinated the monitoring of students experiencing academic failures and behavioral issues and developed a plan of intervention with campus administrators
- Implemented robust attendance monitoring systems, resulting in a reduction in truancy rates and improved student engagement.
- Coordinated emergency response drills and crisis management training for staff and students, significantly improving preparedness
- Conducted regular safety drills, including fire, lockdown, and evacuation exercises
- Guiding member of School Health Advisory Council (SHAC), where our mission is to make sure that the school district's health programs reflect local community values.
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop customized safety plans tailored to the unique needs of each school.
- Administered oversight of student online engagement and safety through the utilization of Bark for Schools platform
- Maintained accurate records and reports related to student services and activities
- Established and chaired the DAEP Placement Committee in response to the district's RDA, ensuring fair and effective disciplinary measures for all students
- Successfully managed Level II grievances, preventing escalation to Level III and minimizing disruptions within the educational environment
- Conducted community and parent workshops based on survey feedback, fostering collaborative relationships and addressing pertinent issues affecting students and families
- Actively participated in the Behavior Management Coalition, contributing insights and strategies to enhance student behavior and academic performance
- Served as the McKinney Vento Liaison, providing support and resources for homeless students and families and conducting residency checks to maintain compliance with district policies
- Developed and implemented comprehensive drug testing and vaping policies, ensuring a safe and drug-free learning environment for all students
- Facilitated the implementation of the Raising Highly Capable Kids program, promoting positive parenting practices and student success
- Collaborated as the Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine (TCHAAT) Liaison, fostering a partnership with JPS Health Network to address issues related to substance abuse and mental health among students
Principal 6th-8th Grade
Kennedale ISD
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Implemented a school reform system with targeted performance goals, a focus on changing climate and culture, systems to monitor stated outcomes, rigorous expectations, and a focus on improving student achievement
- Implemented a Reading and Math instructional improvement initiative that resulted in a 20% increase in student achievement in these two high-needs areas
- Decreased discipline referrals by 63% over a three-year span
- Cultivated a student-centered culture based on building relationships among students and adults
- Built an effective leadership team by increasing leadership capacity and effectively structuring human capital to benefit student needs
- Served as mentor principal to administrator interns from UT Tyler
- Collaborated with staff to design on-site professional development activities designed to build the capacity of others, differentiate professional learning, develop staff leadership skills, and empower others
- Initiated AVID for the district
- Collaborated with school counselors and intervention specialists to develop a systematic counseling format and interventions for students needing social-emotional support
Assistant Principal 7th-8th Grade
Arlington ISD
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Developed a discipline committee and was able to decrease discipline referrals by 52% in one year
- Instituted a Professional Learning Network using Google+
- This PLN was used for sharing ideas and experiences
- Collaboratively led instructional programming, resulting in STAAR scores being raised in several student groups, resulting in a met standard rating, plus receiving 5 of 7 distinctions in one year
- Managed Response to Intervention (RTI)
- Mentor teachers in effective classroom management and relationship-building strategies
- Provided training and administrator support to implement intervention/Co-teach model of instruction with fidelity
Summer School Principal K-4th and 5th -8th
Mansfield ISD
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed an instructional program to impact achievement with 5th- 8th grade students, focusing on readiness and supporting standards
- Developed and initiated professional development of staff to implement new instruction programming focused on intervention and technology implementation
- Recruited, hired, trained, and managed campus staff
- Created Master Schedule – Strategically planned and implemented and effective master schedule for students
Assistant Principal
Mansfield ISD, Summit High School
Mansfield, TX
- Developed and implemented school policies, procedures and programs for student achievement.
- Collaborated with district administrators on curriculum development initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
- Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement aligned with district, state and local initiatives.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
School Counselor 5th-6th Grade
Mansfield ISD
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Founded the Men In Training program (MinT) in which 83% of participants have graduated and enrolled in college (to date)
- Created the Very Important Parents program (V.I.P.) to have monthly sessions to discuss school matters, trends, and concerns parents may have
- Initiated the Intervention and Counseling for Excellence program (I.C.E.) to help prevent students from going to the MISD alternative campus
- Developed a comprehensive counseling curriculum that included character education, anti-bullying, study skills, and career orientation
- Counseled students in short-term crisis incidents such as bullying, friendship issues, and classroom behavior issues by actively listening and walking them through processes for self-regulation of their emotions
Teacher 7th-12th Grade
PULASKI COUNTY SSD
Little Rock, USA
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Created a class (Career Orientation) to prepare students for the world of work
- Instructed students to supplement presentations with discussions, cooperative learning, demonstrations, and materials
- Designed and facilitated a summer school program that linked students to educational, community, and career resources
- Plan, align, and provide instruction for students with various learning styles
Education
M. Ed. - Education Administration
University of North Texas
Denton, TXM. Ed. - Educational Counseling
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, ARB.S. - Education
Philander Smith College
Little Rock, ARB.S. - Psychology
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, ARSkills
- Organizational Leadership
- Documentation skills
- Student relations
- Professional ethics
- Leadership training
- Community Outreach
- Professional Development
- Crisis Management
- Federal compliance
- Communication Skills
- Policy Development
Affiliations
- Texas Association of School Administrators
- Texas Association of Secondary School Principals
Certification
- Principal EC-12
- School Counselor EC-12
- Special Education Instruction Specialist EC-12
Degree
M.Ed
Professional Development
- Region 11: McKinney-Vento 101
- Co-Presented: Mansfield Summer Curriculum Conference: Game Changers: Engaging Students from Poverty.
- Co-Presented: Mansfield Summer Curriculum Conference: Closing the Achievement Gap Through Engagement.
- Completed: Mansfield ISD Training Innovative Principals Symposium (TIPS)
- Presented – Mansfield ISD Go² Program: The Apple Experience: What Apple Knows About Customer Service.
- HOPE Area II Courageous Leadership Academy
- Erik Jensen Game Changer Training
Timeline
Student Support Coordinator
Kennedale ISD
01.2023 - Current
Principal 6th-8th Grade
Kennedale ISD
01.2019 - 01.2023
Assistant Principal 7th-8th Grade
Arlington ISD
01.2015 - 01.2019
Summer School Principal K-4th and 5th -8th
Mansfield ISD
01.2014 - 01.2015
School Counselor 5th-6th Grade
Mansfield ISD
01.2005 - 01.2010
Teacher 7th-12th Grade
PULASKI COUNTY SSD
01.1998 - 01.2005
Assistant Principal
Mansfield ISD, Summit High School
M. Ed. - Education Administration
University of North Texas
M. Ed. - Educational Counseling
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
B.S. - Education
Philander Smith College
B.S. - Psychology
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
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