Dr. Minda E. Stackelhouse

Dr. Minda E. Stackelhouse is a passionate and visionary educational leader who has spent nearly three decades helping schools, educators, and students thrive. Her work spans both K–12 and higher education, where she has dedicated her career to building strong leadership teams, improving academic outcomes, and creating learning environments where everyone feels valued and supported. Minda has led with heart and purpose at every level of education. She guided one school to become the first Covey Lighthouse School on the West Coast, helped thousands of students earn early college credit through innovative dual enrollment programs, and coached countless school and district leaders to grow into confident, transformational leaders.

• Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership, Brandman University
• M.A. in Education (Administrative Specialization), Chapman University
• B.A. in Communication and Public Relations, California State University, San Bernardino
• Credentials: California Administrative Services Credential, Clear Multiple Subject Credential, CLAD Certificate

• Adjunct Professor
• Assistant Superintendent
• Executive Director of HR & Risk Management
• Executive Director of Instruction
• Elementary, Middle, and High School Principal

• Covey Lighthouse School Award – First Lighthouse School on the West Coast
• Paul Harris Award, Victorville Rotary Club
• $50K Verizon Innovation Grant Recipient
• XQ Super School Semi-Finalist, National High School Redesign Initiative
• Architect of a State-Leading Dual Enrollment Program