Melanie Lawrence - Lakeville - A Proven Authority.pdf

Melanie Lawrence-Smith’s focus on collaborative leadership, data-driven decision making, and equity ensured that the school's educational programs met the diverse needs of its students. Find out more about her at her official site https://www.melanie-lawrence.com/

1. Melanie Lawrence
- Lakeville
RCE Advocate at Southeast Service Cooperative

3. With a steadfast commitment to educational excellence, Melanie Lawrence-Smith,
serves as an RCE Advocate at the Southeast Service Cooperative. In this role, she
collaborates with schools and districts under the Minnesota Department of
Education to drive significant improvements in K-12 education.

4. Melanie Lawrence-Smith's leadership skills in coaching, professional development,
and program implementation are instrumental in inspiring educators and
enhancing student success.

5. Melanie Lawrence-Smith's career began in Richfield Public Schools, where she
dedicated nineteen years to teaching grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th. In 2014, she
transitioned to a TOSA role, where she developed the district's first teacher-led
evaluation and professional development systems.

6. Melanie Lawrence (Lakeville) later advanced to Assistant Principal at Richfield
STEM Elementary in 2017, overseeing a large and diverse student and staff
population.

7. Holding advanced degrees in education and K-12 administration from Concordia
University and the University of Minnesota, Melanie Lawrence (Lakeville) has
consistently demonstrated academic excellence with a perfect GPA. Her leadership
experience includes professional development, equity training, data analysis, and
restorative practices, all aimed at building collaborative and productive
educational environments.

8. Thank You
Find out more about her at her official
site https://www.melanie-lawrence.com/