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Mr. Lonell Williams
Mr. Lonell Williams brings more than 30 years of dedication and leadership in education to his role as Assistant Principal. Prior to this position, he served as Dean for four years, where he played a pivotal role in fostering a positive school culture, strengthening instructional practices, and supporting student success.
Throughout his career, Mr. Williams has served as a teacher, dean, and athletic director, consistently demonstrating his passion for both academic and extracurricular excellence. He continues to serve as the school’s Athletic Director and actively leads community engagement initiatives on behalf of the Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Mr. Williams earned his Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education from Olivet College in 1995 and later completed his Master of Arts in Teaching from Olivet College in 2005. His educational background reflects his lifelong commitment to learning and professional growth.
Mr. Williams’ philosophy of education is rooted in respect, equity, and opportunity. He believes that every student deserves to be treated with dignity and provided with the highest quality education possible. His ultimate goal is to prepare students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens in a global society.

Phone: 313-922-5529
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BA Political Science - Jackson State University Teaching Certificate - Social Studies (RX) Secondary 6 - 12 MA Educational Leadership - Capella University School Admin Certificate - K-12 (ES)
Ms. Vivian Pearson
Ms. Pearson began her career in education at Detroit Central High School as a social studies teacher. She then taught at a local charter school for two years before returning to the district as a Middle School Social Studies Teacher and New Teacher Mentor at Pulaski Elementary/Middle School. She was later promoted to Assistant Principal at Henry Ford HS and recently transferred to East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney as an Assistant Principal. Ms. Pearson is a proud graduate of Jackson State University and a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated. She spends her free time traveling, volunteering for her alma mater, or visiting with family and friends. Ms. Pearson’s educational philosophy is that all students can learn. Good educators meet all students’ differentiated learning needs to help all students meet their maximum learning potential.