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Dr. Tracey L. Durant
Executive Director of Equity at Baltimore City Public Schools
Dr. Tracey L. Durant is a prominent education leader and equity advocate currently serving as the Senior Executive Director of Equity at Baltimore City Public Schools.2 Here's a comprehensive overview of her background and achievements:
Professional Experience
Dr. Durant has been with Baltimore City Public Schools since 2018, where she has held leadership positions in equity:
- Senior Executive Director of Equity (July 2019 - Present)
- Director of Equity (November 2018 - January 2022)
In her role, she is responsible for leading systemwide initiatives designed to promote equitable practices, systems, and structures to ensure positive educational outcomes for students.1
Key Accomplishments
- Led a strategic equity task force that developed City Schools' Equity Policy, unanimously approved by the Board of School Commissioners in 2019.1
- Recently awarded the "Championing Equity" Urban School District Equity Leader Award by the Council of the Great City Schools in July 2024.13
- Named a Daily Record "Leading Woman" in 2011.2
Previous Roles
- Director of Professional Development at Maryland Nonprofits (2011-2013)
- Executive Director of the 100 Black Men of Maryland College Access Program (2006-2011)
- Coordinator of Learning Assistance at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)
Education
- Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Higher Education Administration from Morgan State University (2002-2005)
- Master of Science (MS) in Adult and Continuing Education Administration from Coppin State University (1998-2000)
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Administration from Sojourner-Douglass College (1994-1997)
Community Involvement
Dr. Durant is actively involved in various community service roles, including:
- Board member of the Chimes Foundation, Incorporated
- Mentor with the Independent Fund's Urban Scholars Program
- President of the CollegeBound Foundation Alumni Association
- President of the Sojourner-Douglass College Alumni Association
Dr. Durant is known for her heart-led and value-driven leadership style, dedicating herself to expanding equity across Baltimore City Public Schools with a focus on improving student outcomes and schooling experiences.1 Her work demonstrates the impact of equity when integrated across the educational system through intentional collaboration, family engagement, and community partnerships.
