Why Elev8 Excellence Matters

Elev8 Excellence recognizes that leadership challenges are rarely the result of lack of effort or commitment. More often, they stem from unclear systems, misaligned expectations, and the absence of practical leadership frameworks. This work focuses on strengthening leadership at the school level through structure, clarity, and application.

Who Elev8 Excellence Serves

While grounded at the school level, Elev8 Excellence may also be implemented through district-supported partnerships, particularly when districts seek to strengthen leadership foundations across multiple schools.

For School Administrators

Elev8 Excellence supports aspiring and beginning administrators, assistant principals, and principals in strengthening leadership clarity, systems, and decision-making at the school level. Leaders are supported in building sustainable leadership practices that align instructional priorities, operations, and team leadership—reducing overwhelm while increasing confidence, consistency, and impact.



This work is grounded in the realities of school leadership and focuses on practical frameworks that translate directly into daily practice.

For Exceptional Children (EC) Educators

Exceptional Children educators—particularly lateral-entry and early-career EC teachers— are supported through Elev8 Excellence with structured development designed to reduce overwhelm and build instructional and organizational confidence. Educators strengthen classroom systems, instructional practices, and case-management routines while navigating the unique demands of EC roles with clarity, structure, and sustainability.



The focus is on strengthening foundations early so educators can lead their classrooms effectively and confidently.

Schools and school leadership teams engage Elev8 Excellence to strengthen alignment, clarity, and consistency in leadership practice. Through school-centered workshops and facilitated development, teams improve communication, clarify roles, and build systems that support implementation across instructional, operational, and compliance demands.



This work is especially effective for schools navigating leadership transitions, new expectations, or increased complexity.

Ms. Bailey was an integral part of our administrative team and consistently motivated staff to perform at their absolute best, both personally and professionally.

—Erik Naglee

Working with Folice Bailey was one of the most impactful professional experiences I’ve had and strengthened my expertise in the areas I needed most.

—Kolton Wade

Folice empowers those she leads, provides clear direction, and equips you with the tools to grow independently while holding a high standard of excellence.

—Sue Hurley

She didn’t just tell me how to lead — she modeled leadership and pushed me to become the best version of myself professionally and personally.

—William Goode

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