Crystal M. Edwards

Crystal M. Edwards, Ed.D, serves as a School Principal at The School District of Philadelphia since July 2014, where responsibilities include leading faculty to deliver high-quality instruction and managing a team of over 65 educators. Previous roles include Assistant Principal, where Crystal administered a 9th Grade Academy, and Instructional Leadership Coach, focusing on principal development and goal tracking. In addition, Crystal is an Adjunct Professor at Delaware State University, teaching graduate-level courses on Educational Administrative Issues, and a Senior Consultant for ASCD, providing research and evaluation for educational policies. As the Founder and President of Empowering Single Moms, Inc., Crystal leads initiatives to support single mothers in achieving self-sufficiency. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Education in Educational Administration and Supervision from Gwynedd Mercy University and other advanced degrees from Harvard University, Eastern University, and Temple University.