Student Spotlight - Laurie Namey

Biography

Laurie Namey proudly serves as the Principal of a community middle school in transformation in Harford County, Maryland. Previously, she  served Harford County Public Schools as the Supervisor of Equity and Cultural Proficiency. Namey also is an instructor at Goucher College in Baltimore, where she teaches in the Graduate of Education program. She has presented on multiple educational topics on the state and national levels. In 2019, Ms. Namey was honored by the local chapter of NAACP as recipient of the Education award.  In 2014, Laurie was one of thirty  educators recognized as a National Emerging Leader in Education by ASCD, one of the world’s largest and most impactful educational  organizations. She is currently in her third year in the Urban Education Leadership doctoral program at Morgan State University. During her 24- year tenure, she has also served as an Assistant Principal, behavior specialist, and English teacher. Ms. Namey holds a Masters degree in Urban  Education from Goucher College and Bachelors of Science degrees in Secondary Education and Mass Communications from Bloomsburg University  in Pennsylvania.

The AASA Aspiring Superintendents Academy® for Female Leaders

The Academy brings together women who are on the path to the superintendency to build knowledge and confidence in their ability to lead. The goal of this unique opportunity is to create the time and space for learning, connection, and introspection. Directing the Academy are female superintendents with demonstrated expertise leading innovative school districts with a record of improving learning for all students. Individuals are selected based on their contributions to education and potential to impact K-12 education.

I am looking forward to enhancing my leadership capabilities, strengthening my connections and professional network, collaborating with other like-minded female leaders in hopes of ultimately transforming K-12 education as an advocate and educator.  I have an unwavering belief that every student, regardless of their background, abilities, or circumstances, deserves an educational experience that is both enriching and equitable; I believe that this academy along with my education at Morgan State will strengthen my skills to assure just that.