Dr. Carla Kent, MBA
2023 JCPS Educators of Color Administrator of the Year
2023 Zeta Phi Beta Community Service Award Winner
2023 JCPS Educators of Color Administrator of the Year
2023 Zeta Phi Beta Community Service Award Winner
Welcome! My name is Dr. Carla Kent, a graduate of the University of Louisville doctoral program, and an Principal of Shelby County High School. To begin, let me thank you for visiting my online leadership portfolio!
An enthusiastic leader with the ability to support district goals while focusing on students
Unapologetic advocate for students with proven success of forming and maintaining district and community relationships with all stakeholders to support student success
An eager leader who supports all students, staff, and parents understanding the human aspect “ People are Assets”
A high energy educator who engages all parents to support school and students
A dedicated and devoted citizen who focuses on empathy for all stakeholders from a different perspective to lead effectively
I am a dedicated education professional with the proven ability to:
Lead students and teachers to support an effective learning environment
Build teacher efficacy and capacity
Exhibit high ethics and moral leadership with a strong belief that all children can and want to learn
Jefferson County Public Schools District Teacher Mentoring Professional Development
Led In-school and District Professional Development to support new and veteran teachers
Presenter: KEA-Let's Talk, Various JCPS and Iroquois High Professional Development, U of L Spring Conference and Future Aspiring Teachers Conference
Most recently, I have enjoyed my position as Principal where I have the opportunity to affect the lives of students and prepare them for college and career success.
My philosophy is to treat each stakeholder as an important individual, and make a difference teaching one child at a time.
Books I am reading: