Vondale Singleton

Vondale Eugene Singleton Sr. is an influential educator and administrator currently serving as the Assistant Principal at Gary Comer College Prep in Chicago. He has a notable background, having been born in the Ida B. Wells housing projects on the South Side of Chicago. Overcoming significant challenges in his early life, he became a first-generation college graduate, earning both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from Oral Roberts University.12

Singleton has dedicated over two decades to education, working in various capacities including teaching and administration. He is particularly known for founding the C.H.A.M.P.S. (Culturally Helping and Making Positive Success) Male Mentoring Program, which aims to support young men from similar backgrounds to his own. This program has gained recognition for its impactful initiatives, including leading students to create a short film that was showcased at the White House Student Film Festival.123

In addition to his role at Gary Comer College Prep, Singleton has served as an Assistant Principal at KIPP Tulsa and is actively involved in community service and mentoring organizations. He is a board member of Mentor Illinois and participates in initiatives under the Obama Foundation.12 His work emphasizes the belief that "salvation plus education is an unbeatable combination," reflecting his commitment to both spiritual and academic development.12