Aspire Public Schools is proud to announce Memphian Nikita Reed as the organization’s second principal in Memphis at the Hanley Elementary campus. Reed visited Aspire schools in November of 2012 as a member of the Orange Mound community and after her visit she was so impressed by Aspire that she sought to become a part of the organization.
Reed brings 23 years of experience in the Memphis City Schools District as a teacher, library media specialist, assistant principal, and principal. As an administrator, she served families at Hanley Elementary as an assistant principal for three years, and as a principal at Cherokee Elementary for three years.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to return to Hanley Elementary to educate a community; ultimately empowering the City of Memphis and our nation,” said Reed. “I see education as today’s civil rights movement, and is honored to be a school leader for this most important responsibility.”
“We are pleased Nikita will be joining the Aspire school leadership team in Memphis” said Allison Leslie, Aspire Memphis Executive Director. “Nikita’s proven commitment to educational excellence and strong Memphis roots will support our efforts to serve the students and families in the Orange Mound community.”
Not only does Reed serve the Orange Mound community, she proudly serves our country as a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force. She embraces the core values: Integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do. Her grandfather, Judge Boyd, taught her the importance and willingness to help others; and the rewards that follow.
Reed’s educational background is a prime example of her belief that learning is a continuous effort. She received an Associate of Art Degree in Pre-Nursing from Southwestern Christian College, an Associate Degree from the United States Air Force Community College, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Harding University, an endorsement in Library Science from Union University, and a Masters in Education in Educational Leadership from the University of Mississippi.
In addition, she is a member of the Harvard Principal’s Center, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), Leadership Memphis Class of 2013, and Enlisted Association (Military). In her efforts to serve others, she takes pride in professional and volunteer services. She also volunteers and supports the March of Dimes, The Scleroderma Foundation, Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association (MIFA), Memphis Grizzlies, and Habitat for Humanity.
For more information, please visit www.apsirepublicschools.org or call (901) 205-9443.
About Aspire Public Schools
Aspire Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that currently operates 34 high-performing, open-enrollment public charter schools serving 12,500 students in underserved communities across California and will open schools in Memphis, TN beginning in fall, 2013. Aspire is one of the nation’s highest-performing public school systems, delivering a rigorous ‘College for Certain’ education to students in grades K-12. Visit Aspire Public Schools at www.aspirepublicschools.org or call (901) 205-9443.
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