Dear Lanier James Education Center Students, Parents, Teachers, Staff, and Community,

I am your new Assistant Principal, and I am honored to assist in leading a school with students that possess such great potential, a dedicated staff, and a supportive school community. I feel very fortunate to be part of the James Lanier family and to support the staff, students, and families. 

Let me tell you a little about myself.  I have been an educator with BCPS for 29 years. I started teaching elementary school at Markham Elementary and then moved to high school as a reading teacher and Behavior Specialist at Coral Springs High School and then Boyd Anderson High School.  I came to James Lanier from Parkway Middle where I served as Assistant Principal for two years. I am extremely excited about this opportunity to serve the Lanier James family and community. 

I believe that with a positive attitude, a growth mindset, and good character, anyone can achieve great things.  I strive to instill those qualities in our young people and to be a positive role model as well.  We are all here to learn together.  It is my goal to provide a safe and nurturing educational environment that challenges our students to reach beyond their expectations to become lifelong learners who will make the world a better place. 

I am excited about this opportunity. I am proud to be the new assistant Principal of Lanier James Education Center, where every scholar's potential meets a pathway. LET’S GO KNIGHTS! 

Stay positive and stay strong, 

Darion Gray, Assistant Principal