Principal's Corner

   Dr. Shaire L. Duncan, a St. Louis native, has dedicated her career to reshaping public education

from within. As a first-generation graduate across all academic levels, she holds a doctorate in
Education from Missouri Baptist University, focusing her dissertation on the crucial role of
student voice and agency in education.

   Currently serving as a K-8 school leader for St. Louis Public Schools, Dr. Duncan is committed to
creating a student-centered environment where every voice matters. When not engaging with
her students during school hours, she spends her time at home reading, watching
documentaries, enjoying family moments with her granddaughter, and brainstorming
innovative solutions to disrupt barriers hindering youth prosperity.

   An alumna of St. Louis Schools, Dr. Duncan boasts a wealth of advanced degrees and
certifications, including Masters of Education in Secondary Curriculum Instruction and Special
Education from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and an Educational Specialist in Educational
Leadership from Webster University.

    As the founder of Bridging the Gap 4Youth by Youth, Dr. Duncan empowers youth to take
charge of their future, offering leadership opportunities, entrepreneurship programs, and
resources for underserved communities. Through initiatives like STL-Youth Podcasts and
financial literacy programs, she cultivates a culture of innovation and ambition among the next
generation.
   Dr. Duncan's influence extends beyond education; she is a co-author of the international best-
selling book "Overcoming: Living our Best Life in Spite Of..." Her dedication to empowering
others is mirrored in her family life, as a loving mother to three children and cherished MiMi to
her granddaughter, Sevynn D’ior.

   Her favorite quote by James Baldwin, "Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing

can be changed until it is faced," encapsulates her unwavering commitment to confronting
challenges and driving meaningful change in education and beyond.