Lorraine Cruz

Greater Seattle Area United States

Certified Principal Coach & Mentor at National Association of Elementary School Principals

Education

My interest in education is rooted in my belief that it IS possible to create high-performing, safe schools for students who are socio-economically challenged and living in high-need communities. I am pleased to share that this belief was translated into success during my tenure as principal at two high-needs middle schools and one high-needs elementary school in three districts! As a results-driven leader, I am pleased to share some indicators of success: • hired and trained a Teach for America cohort that in turn was responsible for a 20 point increase in high stakes testing [MPS] • hired teachers and support staff of color in largely minority driven schools [CPS, U-46, MPS] • des...