Verna Ruffin: Executive Consultant Background
Verna Ruffin Executive Consultant offers you over 40 years of insights on all aspects of education leadership. She is adept at guiding tangible outcomes for students, schools, and educational systems – having served in roles ranging from Principal to Superintendent.
Among countless achievements, Dr. Ruffin has:
Improved student academic achievement in all districts and schools
Increased graduation rates
Earned National Blue Ribbon High School and Reward Schools honors
Implemented programs to deepen college and workforce readiness
Brokered access for students to explore technical courses and certifications
Forged partnerships with business, industry, and community organizations
Extended learning opportunities for struggling students
Engaged community volunteers to assist in learning initiatives
Authored applications for numerous grants
Developed comprehensive school and system budgets
Created innovative school options like Academic Academy, Early College High School and International Dual Language School
Managed positive fund balances
Professional Career
Dr. Ruffin has mentored numerous individuals who have gone on to achieve promotions in key leadership positions – including superintendents, assistant superintendents, central office leaders, and state department roles. Her primary focus areas have been Strategic Planning, Portrait of a Graduate creation, Board and Superintendent Relations, Governance, student voice development, team building, and Executive Coaching/Mentoring for superintendents, aspiring superintendents, and other team leaders.
Trainings & Certifications
Verna Ruffin stays well-versed in a variety of executive consultant and education coaching aspects to augment her multi-decade experience and provide current, in-depth guidance for you.
Awards & Recognition
Dr. Ruffin has been honored by organizations across the country for her positive impact as an executive consultant, educational coach, and system leader.