kenneth.barrie@pgcps.org
Dr. Kenneth Barrie is a dynamic, ethical, and student-centered educational leader with over 25 years of experience spanning K–12 instruction and school administration in international, urban, and suburban contexts. Currently serving as Lead Learner at Maya Angelou French Immersion School, he is deeply committed to educational equity, instructional excellence, and cultivating a culture of continuous growth.
With nine years in school leadership and 16 years as a classroom educator, Dr. Barrie has consistently driven measurable gains in student achievement across a range of academic indicators, including the Maryland High School Biology Assessment, AP and IB Chemistry, Middle School PARCC assessments, and the PSAT 8/9. His leadership extends into higher education, having served as a methods instructor for the PGCPS Resident Teacher Program and as an adjunct professor at Bowie State University, where he encouraged and mentored the next generation of educators.
Dr. Barrie brings a unique cross-sector perspective to school leadership, drawing on earlier careers in hospitality management and sales and marketing. These experiences inform his strengths in operational efficiency, stakeholder engagement, and inclusive school culture.At the core of his leadership are three enduring beliefs:
These values ground his student-first approach and guide his daily work to build trusting relationships, grow instructional capacity, and empower both students and staff. Known for his participatory and reflective leadership style, Dr. Barrie fosters shared decision-making, collaborative problem-solving, and a collective pursuit of excellence.He leads by example, as a learner first, modeling inquiry, innovation, and purposeful action. Under his leadership, Maya Angelou French Immersion School is a place where high expectations, inspired teaching, and joyful learning converge.
