Brothers
Brother Keys is currently serving his second year as School Leader at KIPP Impact Academy, a public charter serving youth in Northwest Jacksonville. Before this role, he was the assistant school leader for 5 years, he worked as a 7/8th grade science teacher, grade level chair, and content lead.
A native of Washington, D.C., he obtained his bachelor’s and master's degrees from Tennessee State University. Brother Keys is passionate about urban education, successful principal leadership practices; his current research interests include educational leadership, teacher development, quality instruction, and student achievement and its impacts on marginalized and urban youth. During his free time, Brother Keys enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Professionally, brother Williams serves as a Principal in the Duval County Public School District in Jacksonville, Florida. As principal, Bro. Williams has proven to be a strong instructional leader, culture and community builder, and operations expert. Bro. Williams has also previously served as a teacher, day treatment site coordinator, director of coaching, assistant principal of operations, and assistant principal of curriculum. In addition to his official roles, Bro. Williams has served on several Cognia Accreditation Teams and the Florida Educational Leadership Exam state validation and finalization team. Bro. Williams is a proud recipient of the Fulbright for Leaders of Global Schools award. Bro. Williams has demonstrated commitment to student achievement throughout all the aforementioned experiences and promotes academic excellence for all students.
Bro. Williams continues to serve his community as he enjoys mentoring teachers and student athletes to build capacity to create frameworks for success. Bro Williams serves as a consultant for special programs to support students and leaders nationwide. Bro Williams uses his academic and athletic achievements to inspire and empower students to push toward their goals and strive for achievement in all life’s endeavors.