Dr. Precious Parks serves as Chief Programs Officer for Collaborative for Children, where she leads groundbreaking initiatives in early learning enterprise systems across Texas’ Gulf Coast region. Her work has focused on improving learning outcomes for young children while building systems that support educators’ professional growth and well-being.
Dr. Precious W. Parks is the Chief Programs Officer at Collaborative for Children, where she leads initiatives that strengthen early childhood education across Greater Houston. With over 20 years of experience as a teacher, principal, consultant, and program leader, she has dedicated her career to enhancing learning outcomes for young children and developing systems that support educators’ success.
Before joining Collaborative for Children, Dr. Parks served as Head of School at Generation One, where she launched trauma-informed programs and guided strategic planning, and as a principal with KIPP Texas Public Schools, where she led significant gains in student achievement and school culture. She has also consulted for schools and nonprofits, helping leaders design data-driven systems that raise instructional quality, boost kindergarten readiness, and elevate Texas Rising Star ratings.
In addition to her leadership roles, Dr. Parks is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Houston–Clear Lake, where she mentors and prepares future educators. Her work is grounded in a balance of vision and practicality—pairing research-based strategies with a deep commitment to equity, family engagement, and the holistic needs of children.
Dr. Parks holds a Doctorate in Education Leadership from the University of Houston–Clear Lake. She is known for her collaborative approach, strong record of measurable results, and passion for empowering both children and the adults who serve them.
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