Education Alumna Named 2021 Florida Superintendent of the Year

Diana L. Greene, Ph.D., graduate of NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, has been named the 2021 Florida Superintendent of the Year.

Greene joined Duval County Public Schools (DCPS), the 20^th largest school district in the nation, in 2018. Since her tenure, DCPS’ academic performance has continued to improve, and the district is now within one percentage point of becoming an ‘A’ district under Florida’s school grade accountability system. Additionally, under Dr. Greene’s leadership the district’s graduation continues to increase.

During her 33-year career as an educator, she has spent time as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal as well as in curriculum development, staff development and in senior executive leadership. Prior to becoming Superintendent at DCPS, Dr. Greene served as Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services in Manatee County.

Greene earned her bachelor’s from the University of North Florida, her master’s in educational leadership with NSU in 1993, and her doctor of philosophy at Capella university.

She will represent all Florida superintendents at the American Association of School Administrators Virtual 2021 National Education Conference February 18-19, where she will be recognized and honored for her public education service in Florida.