Derald Davis

Derald Davis, Ed.D., serves as the Deputy Superintendent and Chief Equity Officer for Kansas City Public Schools, where responsibilities include aligning district goals and facilitating training in cultural proficiency. With a background that includes roles such as Assistant Superintendent of Equity, Inclusion and Innovation and Principal, Derald has a strong commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the educational system. As an adjunct professor at the University of Arizona, Derald instructs on Culturally Responsive Leadership and Policy, while also operating a consulting firm that supports organizations in fostering equitable environments. Derald holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Saint Louis University and has extensive experience in educational administration and curriculum development.