Melanie Lawrence - Lakeville - An Empowering Mentor.pdf

Melanie Lawrence-Smith's leadership style is characterized by her ability to facilitate meaningful conversations and build consensus among diverse stakeholders. 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. In 2014, Melanie Lawrence (Lakeville) transitioned from classroom teaching
to a leadership role within Richfield Public Schools, taking on the position of
Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA). In this capacity, she was instrumental
in developing and implementing the district's first teacher-led evaluation and
professional development systems.

4. Melanie Lawrence-Smith’s leadership in these areas underscored her
commitment to fostering professional growth among educators and
enhancing instructional quality across the district. By 2017, Lawrence's
exemplary work led to her appointment as the assistant principal at
Richfield STEM Elementary.

5. In this role, Melanie Lawrence (Lakeville) supervised over 800 students
and more than 70 staff members, applying her extensive experience and
leadership skills to support a large and dynamic school community.

6. 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.

7. Melanie Lawrence-Smith’s ability to inspire and lead both teachers and
students has been a hallmark of her career, driving positive changes and
continuous improvement in the educational environments she has served.

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