Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Experienced Project Coordinator
Professional Presenter
Timeline
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Stacy Graff

Maize,KS

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience in overseeing school operations, curriculum development, and teacher mentorship, poised to excel as Superintendent. Proven ability to foster team collaboration while driving results through strategic planning and effective conflict resolution. Committed to implementing policies that enhance educational outcomes and create a positive learning environment. Adaptable and reliable, equipped with a strong foundation in leadership that inspires staff and students to achieve their fullest potential.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Operations

University Academy
10.2024 - Current
  • Human Resources, Compliance, Facilities, Security, Transportation and Food Service.
  • Developed strategic initiatives to enhance student performance and engagement across academic programs.
  • Oversaw budget planning processes, ensuring efficient allocation of resources within operational departments.
  • Mentored staff on instructional best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform decision-making for academic interventions.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental teams to streamline administrative processes and improve overall operational efficiency.

Chief Operating Officer

University Academy
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw Student Services, Facilities, Technology, Security, Food Service, Transportation, and Activities.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across academic programs.
  • Directed cross-departmental collaboration to improve student services and outcomes.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to optimize resource allocation.
  • Developed long-term strategic plans to advance educational excellence and community engagement.
  • Facilitated stakeholder engagement initiatives to strengthen partnerships and support institutional mission.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.

Middle School Principal

University Academy
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Principal for Grades 6th through 8th.

Elementary Principal

Henry Leavenworth Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Pre-K through 4th Grade Principal.

Elementary Principal

Stanley Elementary, Blue Valley Schools
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Principal for Early Childhood through 5th Grade.

Assistant Principal

Overland Trail Middle School, Blue Valley Schools
01.2001 - 01.2006
  • Assistant Principal for Grades 6-8.

MS/HS Principal

Deerfield Middle/High School
01.1997 - 01.2001
  • Principal for Grades 6-12.

Education

District Level Certification -

Emporia State University
Emporia, KS
12.2025

National Principal Academy Fellowship Graduate - Academic Honors

RELAY Graduate School of Education
01.2018

M.S. - Educational Administration, K-12

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
01.1997

B.S. - Physical Education

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
01.1993

Educational Studies -

Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS
01.1991

Skills

  • Policy implementation
  • Safety oversight
  • Conflict mediation
  • Budget oversight
  • Process improvement
  • Collaborative approach
  • Resources management

Experienced Project Coordinator

  • Implemented curriculum development and review process including scope and sequence, standards alignment, and assessment.
  • Developed Professional Learning Communities and Data Cycle processes.
  • Initiated Standards Based Grading and Continuous Learning Protocol.
  • Collaborated with staff on 'No Zero' policy focused on student accountability.
  • Implemented RELAY instructional practices with aggressive monitoring and data-driven instruction.
  • Created and implemented a digital Operations Manual with policies, procedures, and deadlines.
  • Established five-year strategic plan with cost savings initiatives.
  • Assisted with Annual Gala planning raising $400,000+ annually for the UA Foundation.
  • Led capital projects totaling over $6 million, including new security systems, transportation RFPs, and food service contracts.
  • Replaced building chiller system ($1.5 million) for 184,000 sq. ft. facility.
  • Managed $6 million annual budget across all departments.
  • Led HR initiatives including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, retention, and benefits negotiation.
  • Developed Employee Value Proposition for all schools.
  • Initiated in-house dental and behavioral health partnership with Swope Health serving 1100 students annually.

Professional Presenter

  • KC EdCollective UnConference, Kansas City, MO, 01/01/19, 12/31/20
  • Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals Leadership Conference, 01/01/20, 12/31/21

Timeline

Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Operations

University Academy
10.2024 - Current

Chief Operating Officer

University Academy
01.2020 - 01.2024

Middle School Principal

University Academy
01.2014 - 01.2020

Elementary Principal

Henry Leavenworth Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2014

Elementary Principal

Stanley Elementary, Blue Valley Schools
01.2006 - 01.2010

Assistant Principal

Overland Trail Middle School, Blue Valley Schools
01.2001 - 01.2006

MS/HS Principal

Deerfield Middle/High School
01.1997 - 01.2001

District Level Certification -

Emporia State University

National Principal Academy Fellowship Graduate - Academic Honors

RELAY Graduate School of Education

M.S. - Educational Administration, K-12

Fort Hays State University

B.S. - Physical Education

Fort Hays State University

Educational Studies -

Garden City Community College