Valdosta City Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Lauren Whittaker as the new Interim Principal of S.L. Mason Elementary School.
Dr. Whittaker embarked on her educational journey in 2006 as a fourth grade teacher at North Brooks Elementary School. From 2008 to present, she has fulfilled many roles, including educator and academic coach.
In 2021, she advanced to administration as a Summer School Administrator. The following year, she became Assistant Principal at S.L. Mason Elementary School. She has fulfilled this role to this present date.
She has worked diligently to expand her expertise by obtaining her Doctorate degree in Public Administration, acquiring Performance Based Building and System Level Educational Leadership Certifications, and joining the District and School Improvement & Leadership Team. She also earned endorsements and certifications for Gifted, ESOL, Instructional Technology, STEM, Teaching Support and Coaching, and PBIS.
In addition to her academic achievements, her professional experience is exceptional. She has served as 504 Co-chair, CPIE Co-chair, and PR Coordinator at J.L. Lomax Elementary. She has helped our school secure numerous grants, providing helpful resources for our students.
Dr. Whittaker has truly gone above and beyond to serve the needs of Valdosta City Schools' students. Her passion for education is evident, and her unwavering devotion to our district is commendable.