Interim Principal
Roderick Wallace
(313) 541-7619 ext. 2226

Roderick Wallace was born in Flint, MI and graduated from Flint Central High School. He continued his education at Eastern Michigan University, gaining degrees in History and African-American Studies. After graduation, Mr. Wallace joined the staff at DSLA in 2000 as a 5th-Grade Teacher. He also served as a 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher for many years. In 2008, Mr. Wallace became Assistant Principal for the Junior Academy.

Mr. Wallace believes that high expectations, rigor, and relationships set the stage for academic success at DSLA. He also believes that every student should have the opportunity to learn in a safe and structured environment.

 
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Carolyn Brown
(313) 541-7619 ext. 2231

Prior to Ms. Brown's duties as the interim Chief Financial Officer she served as treasurer for the DSLA board of Directors. She earned a Bachelor's in Business and a Masters in Public Administration from Oakland University. She has 10 years experience as a controller in the export industry. 

Achievement and Assessment Officer
Ebony Walker
(313) 541-7619 ext. 1128

Ebony Walker, For more than 5 years Mrs. Walker has been an expert in assessment and achievement at the DSLA. She creates, administers, and analyzes a variety of tests, including but not limited to the MEAP, NWEA, and Lime Light. Prior to accepting her current position, Ebony was a 4th grade Math teacher. She is a graduate of Calvin College, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a degree in Business Communication with emphasis on Marketing. She is the chairperson for the School Improvement Committee and the MEAP Standard Committee in Lansing. Mrs. Walker continues her training as a highly qualified staff member by working on a Masters Degree from Wayne State University.