Harry Griffith

An experienced administrative professional possessing a wide array of qualifications in his field, Harry Griffith served as chief academic officer for ASPIRA Charter Schools in Chicago, Illinois. In this position, he has overseen restructuring efforts resulting in significant gains in middle school student output and performance. Prior to beginning work with ASPIRA Charter Schools, Harry Griffith worked as school superintendent for Lake Forest Districts 67 & 115 and as school superintendent for Goose Creek CISD in Baytown, Texas. Additionally, he assisted the Texas Commissioner of Education as a University of Texas Superintendency Fellow for the State of Texas Department of Education.

An active contributor to his field, Harry Griffith maintains membership with a number of professional organizations, including the American Association of School Administrators, the Lake County Superintendents Association, and the University of Texas at Austin College of Education Board of Advisors. Furthermore, he has presented before professional institutions and organizations such as the Illinois State Senate Education Committee, the Illinois Legislature House Committee on Budget, and the Center for Quality Leadership in California.