Sheila A. Smith Executive Professional Profile  Master’s in Education Social Sciences Florida State University;  Florida Educator’s Certificate (covering Business Education, grades 6-12; Social Sciences 6-12)  BOLT (Blended Online Learning Teaching Certificate Program) Florida State University

Believing given the opportunity anyone can achieve success Education is the true equalizer Natural affinity for people of all backgrounds which produces a productive environment Mediation skills which aid in defining, simplifying, and rectifying problems areas. A true entrepreneur who specialized in business startups

Synopsis of Achievements  Achieving preferred Woman’s Owned Minority Business Contractor Status with the State of Florida  Bootstrapped and successfully maintained several small businesses  Acquiring Metro Building Services, Inc.; Developed a woman’s owned minority business, building the customer base and increasing accounts receivables by 300% in the first three years  Member of Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors, Poinciana Council and Small Business Trustee for ten years  As a member of Chamber of Commerce assisted in winning approval for Hospital in Poinciana  Mentoring minority business start-ups

Education Florida State University Tallahassee, Fl. Masters of Education (Social Sciences)2013 BOLT Online Teaching Certification Program2013 Webber College Lake Wales, Fl.1998 Bachelors of Science in Business Administration Major in Finance and Economics Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, Fl.1982 Major in Social Psychology

DIGITAL LEARNING NOW ACT DIGITAL PREPARATION.—Each student must graduate from high school having taken at least one online course, as provided in s The Legislature finds that each student should have access to a high- quality digital learning environment that provides: Access to digital learning: Access to high-quality digital content and online courses. Education that is customized to the needs of the student using digital content. A means for the student to demonstrate competency in completed coursework High-quality digital content, instructional materials, and online and blended learning Infrastructure that supports digital learning. Online administration of state assessments.

Professional Goals Number One Goal is to teach at FLVS in Social Studies, History, World History, and/or Economics. Qualify and become a Lead Teacher in 2 years Complete my second Masters in Leadership and Policy, acquire my Certificate One in the State of Florida, and become an Administrator for FLVS. I dream of becoming a fantastic educator and mentor to young adults assisting them towards success in life as responsible citizens.