A Conversation with Dr. Edwin M. Quezada, Executive Director, Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders, PA

About this episode

Dr. Edwin M. Quezada discusses his extensive experience in education and leadership development.

About Dr. Edwin M. Quezada Dr. Edwin M. Quezada has dedicated nearly 35 years to education, holding roles from teacher to superintendent. He is currently the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders. As the former superintendent of Yonkers Public Schools, Dr. Quezada led the district to become New York's highest performing district among the Big Five (New York City, Yonkers, Syracuse, Rochester, and Buffalo), achieving a 90% graduation rate and significantly reducing the dropout rate. He is known for fostering leadership through professional development and creating district-wide cultures of accountability and achievement. His philosophy centers on believing that all children can excel with quality instruction, a supportive community, and caring adults. Quezada co-chaired Yonkers' My Brother's Keeper Alliance, which the Obama Foundation recognized as a model for improving outcomes for boys and young men of color. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to education and community service. Dr. Quezada also supported the Yonkers Urban Leadership Academy in preparing future urban school leaders and served as president-elect of the New York State…

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Edwin M. Quezada

Topics covered

• education leadership
• professional development
• school accountability
• graduation rates
• community service

Keywords

• education
• leadership
• superintendent
• graduation rate
• community
• professional development
• urban school leaders

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders, Yonkers Public Schools, Obama Foundation, New York State Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents

Places: New York, Yonkers, Philadelphia

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