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Escambia County Public School’s Foundation Selects New Executive Director

The Escambia County Public Schools Foundation has announced Kristie Kelley will serve as the Foundations’ executive director.

Kelley served on the ECPS Foundation Board for the past seven years and held numerous positions, including Board Chair from 2017-2018. Her support of Escambia County’s public schools began over 22 years ago as a science teacher at Pine Forest High. Even after transitioning to Gulf Power as a chemist, she maintained her connection with the district.

Kelley volunteered to teach “I Love Science” labs to fifth grade students and valued the opportunity to share with students the importance of STEM and encourage them to pursue careers in industry. As a business leader, Kelley continued to engage and support education and training efforts of the district through sponsorship of the Gulf Power Academy and partnership with the Workforce Education department.

“I am so excited about giving back to my community as a native of Pensacola and product of Escambia County public schools myself.” Kelley feels honored to lead the foundation to enhance education and plans to improve public education by raising awareness of the foundation’s mission while increasing donations of time, talent, and financial support for the district’s schools, teachers, and students.

“During my career, I visited schools and saw the dedication of the teachers and the excitement of their students when someone was able to bring additional experiential learning activities into the classroom. This involvement drove my interest in serving on the Foundation’s Board and growing programs such as the Foundation’s annual Grants for Excellence.” The grants program provides funds for either collaborative groups or individual teachers to enhance education at the classroom level.

“I also have two sons attending our local public schools and it’s critical to me that our District is maximizing and growing available resources. I’m proud to serve as the Executive Director of the Foundation, and look forward to working with board members, and fostering collaboration across our community.”

The Foundation’s Board of Directors is comprised of 24 volunteer community leaders and professionals who value education and bring unique perspectives from business, industry, and education. The board strives to increase opportunities and improve outcomes for children in our School District and to ensure that students graduate on time and are college or career ready. Since 1986, over $12.5 million dollars has been raised and distributed help reach these goals.