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Rachel E. Foglesong

Midlothian,VA

Summary

Dedicated and accomplished educational leader with extensive experience in supervising and coaching school principals to achieve academic excellence Skilled in guiding principals in establishing a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making. Experienced in evaluating instructional practices, providing targeted professional development, and aligning school goals with district priorities. Committed to building leadership capacity, fostering positive school climates, and engaging diverse stakeholders to support student success.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Elementary School Leadership

Chesterfield County Public Schools
07.2016 - Current

Adjunct Professor

Virginia Commonwealth University
08.2007 - 01.2020
  • Off Campus SOE Courses

Principal

A.M. Davis Elementary School
07.2009 - 06.2016

Assistant Principal

Chesterfield County Public Schools
07.2000 - 06.2009

A.M. Davis Elementary

Bettie Weaver Elementary

Hopkins Elementary

Director of Education

Charter Westbrook Behavior Health System
10.1998 - 11.1999

Teacher/ Special Education

Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.1992 - 06.2000

O. B Gates Elementary' 1/2000-6/2000

Intensive Day Program, O.B. Gates Elementary '96-'98

Intensive Day Program Manchester High School '92-'96

Charter Westbrook Hospital '89-'92

Education

Ed.D. - Educational Leadership

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
01.2011

Post Masters Certificate - Administration and Supervision

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
01.2000

MS - Special Education, Emotional Disabilities

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
01.1994

BS - Early Childhood Education, PK-4

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
01.1989

Skills

  • Educational Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • Effective communication
  • Strategic planning
  • Analytical thinking
  • Resource allocation
  • Budget management

Professional Organizations

  • GW Bush Institute - Principal Talent Management Cohort, 01/01/17, 12/31/21
  • Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 01/01/06, present
  • National Association of Elementary School Principals, 01/01/00, present
  • Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals, 01/01/00, present
  • VAESP Executive Board, 01/01/09, 12/31/16
  • Education Workgroup for the Governor’s Safety Task Force, 01/01/13, 12/31/13


Timeline

Director of Elementary School Leadership

Chesterfield County Public Schools
07.2016 - Current

Principal

A.M. Davis Elementary School
07.2009 - 06.2016

Adjunct Professor

Virginia Commonwealth University
08.2007 - 01.2020

Assistant Principal

Chesterfield County Public Schools
07.2000 - 06.2009

Director of Education

Charter Westbrook Behavior Health System
10.1998 - 11.1999

Teacher/ Special Education

Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.1992 - 06.2000

Post Masters Certificate - Administration and Supervision

Virginia Commonwealth University

MS - Special Education, Emotional Disabilities

Virginia Commonwealth University

BS - Early Childhood Education, PK-4

East Carolina University

Ed.D. - Educational Leadership

Virginia Commonwealth University
Rachel E. Foglesong