Administration

Dr. Daniele Shick

               Principal            

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Dr. Daniele Shick is proud to serve as Principal of Edward W. Bok Academy North.
 
Dr. Shick’s connection to Lake Wales Charter Schools runs deep. She began her career here as an English teacher, Dean, and Assistant Principal at Lake Wales High School, where she also served as Assistant Principal of Curriculum, leading the expansion of Career and Technical Education and Advanced Placement programs and helping bring the International Baccalaureate program to the district.
 
From there, her career took her into the Florida Virtual School system, where she served as Assistant Principal, Principal, and Director of Instruction, leading instructional programs across elementary, middle, and high school levels statewide. Most recently, she co-founded an education consulting firm supporting schools with instructional strategy and professional learning.
 
Dr. Shick holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Warner University, a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida, and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration from Florida State University. She was named Principal of the Year in 2023 and received the USDLA Outstanding Leadership Gold Award that same year.
 
Dr. Shick’s vision for Bok North is simple: a warm, welcoming campus where students and staff are passionate about learning, encouraged to stretch and grow, and always leave better than they arrived.
Brittany Alexander is the Assistant Principal of Curriculum at Edward W. Bok Academy North. She ensures teachers are using best practices and implementing innovative instructional strategies to ensure all students have impactful and engaging learning experiences. It is her priority to ensure learning is aligned with the Florida State Standards and the International Baccalaureate teaching and learning framework. Brittany received her Bachelor of Science from the University of South Florida and her Master's in Educational Leadership from the University of West Florida. As an IB educator, Mrs. Alexander believes in the development of the whole child through a rigorous curriculum, an emphasis on social-emotional development, and helping students develop meaningful relationships to become responsible, internationally-minded individuals ready to serve their communities.
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Brittany Alexander

       Assistant Principal        

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Mark Whitehead is the Assistant Principal of Administration at Edward W. Bok Academy. He is eager to
join a school community known for its steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character
development and student success. Over the past 20+ years his experience in education has been as a
teacher, instructional leader and administrator. During his tenure, he has focused on building
collaborative school cultures, improving instructional practices, as well as promoting equity and high
standards for all leaners. He is passionate about fostering a school environment where every student
feels seen, valued and empowered in reaching their true potential and "personal best."
Mr. Whitehead received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Florida and his
Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University.
His ultimate goal is to actively challenge all individuals to reach their fullest potential within the classroom and the school environment. Ensuring they embark on rigorous learning experiences that will assist them as life-long learners and knowledge seekers as they venture to be productive citizens in the real-world and their future. He looks forward to working alongside our dedicated staff, supportive families, as well as inspiring students in creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for all stakeholders.
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Mark Whitehead

       Assistant Principal        

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Harry Agee

Dean of Students

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