Fischler Alum Named to Leadership Role with Sarasota County Schools

Fischler College of Education alum Nathaniel “Nate” Francis has been named as the new Executive Director of Secondary Schools for Sarasota County Schools. Dr. Francis graduated from NSU, receiving a dual doctoral degree in organizational leadership and Higher Education Leadership, in addition to earning a master’s degree in educational leadership.

In his new role, Francis will work with the Chief of Secondary Schools to support high schools and middle schools in Sarasota including the oversight of curriculum development, ensuring school safety and security, post-secondary initiatives and more. Francis said he is extremely excited to take on this new position and that supporting and developing leaders is one of his true passions.

He added that his degrees from NSU have definitely helped prepare him for this role, both in boosting his credentials and in the information he learned. “The things that I have learned throughout that doctoral process have helped me grow as a leader, cultivating my abilities and confidence to the point where I feel comfortable leading, developing and supporting other leaders.”

Francis will step into the role in July. Congratulations, Dr. Francis!