Griffin Academy (Griffin Technology Academies), Vallejo, CA
School Director (Principal)
2022 – Present
Restructured schoolwide PLCs to align middle and high school instructional practices, improving vertical curriculum articulation (6–12).
Led Griffin High School out of CSI status by improving CAASPP scores, increasing attendance, and reducing suspensions—transforming it from a lowest-performing Title I school in 2022 to meeting state benchmarks by 2024.
Led Griffin Middle School out of Differentiated Assistance through targeted support for English Learners and low-income students.
Increased enrollment from 250 to 310 students—a critical achievement for a small charter dependent on ADA.
Expanded Early College Program: grew dual enrollment/articulated course offerings from 2 to 15; created “College Learning Labs” in the master schedule to support students' success in college classes.
Achieved 100% high school graduation rate for two consecutive years.
Successfully implemented and expanded AVID schoolwide within two years.
AIMS College Prep Middle School (AIMS K–12 Charter District), Oakland, CA
Head of School (Principal)
2018 – 2022
Led the school to receive the 2020–21 California Pivotal Practice Award and 2021–22 California Distinguished School Award.
Introduced an innovative 5-week PLC cycle with a focus on curriculum, instruction, school culture, data, and assessment.
Developed and implemented a new teacher evaluation system later adopted by the district.
Championed instructional redesign using ALEKS Math, Standards Plus ELA, and Rosetta Stone.
Strengthened student support through expanded intervention, tutoring, and enrichment programs.
Transformed school culture by implementing PBIS and restorative justice practices.
Created the “AIMS Podcast” led by students and increased community partnerships to empower underserved populations.
Jesse Bethel High School, Vallejo City Unified School District, Vallejo, CA
Science Department Chair & Instructional Lead
2015 – 2018
Led development and implementation of NGSS-aligned curriculum and strategic rollout plans.
Revamped the department’s Professional Learning Plan and introduced content-driven teacher collaboration.
Established science department inventory and OSHA-compliant chemical storage protocols.
Launched AP Biology course—became one of the school’s highest-enrolled AP offerings.
Represented the department at Curriculum Cabinet and district-level instructional planning meetings.
