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MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the School District of Palm Beach County is to educate,

affirm, and inspire each student in an equity-embedded school system.
School Board

of PALM BEACH COUNTY VISION STATEMENT

We envision: “The School District of Palm Beach County is an
District 1: Barbara McQuinn educational and working environment, where both students and staff
District 2: Alexandria Ayala are unimpeded by bias or discrimination. Individuals of all

District 3: Karen Brill (Vice-Chair) backgrounds and experiences are embraced, affirmed, and inspired.

District 4: Erica Whitfield Each and every one will succeed and flourish.
District 5: Frank A. Barbieri, Jr., Esq., (Chair)

District 6: Marcia Andrews The School District of Palm Beach County will take ownership for
students’ academic mastery, emotional intelligence, and social-
District 7: Debra Robinson, M.D. emotional needs by creating environments where students, families,
Student staff, and communities will develop agency and voice.
Representative: Logan Harrigan

A joy of learning is fostered in each student and a positive vision for
their future is nurtured. Each student’s cultural heritage is valued and

their physical, emotional, academic, and social needs are met.
Superintendent
Michael J. Burke …We see you.

Deputy Superintendent and Chief of Schools
Edward Tierney

Chief of Equity and Wellness
Keith Oswald

Chief Academic Officer
Glenda Sheffield, Ed.D.

Chief Financial Officer
Heather Frederick Knust, CPA

Chief of Human Resources
Gonzalo La Cava, Ed.D.

Chief Operating Officer
Wanda Paul

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