Lindsay Lopez-Wisely
Antioch
Summary
Seasoned administrator with over 21 years of experience in education, recognized for a strong record of success in leadership, program development, and community engagement. A dynamic, student-centered leader with a proven track record of designing and implementing impactful student programs that enhance outcomes, promote equity, and expand access to educational opportunities. Committed to building strong community connections that foster meaningful partnerships between schools, families, and local organizations to support student success. Systems oriented, data driven, leader with a laser focus on positive student centered outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Educational Services, Secondary Support
Antioch Unified School District
07.2021 - Current
- Directly supervises all secondary principals, providing leadership and support to enhance student outcomes.
- Designed and led professional development for secondary administrators, focusing on equitable and high-impact instructional practices.
- Developed and implemented a district-wide walkthrough observational tool to support teachers in strengthening instructional practices.
- Serves as the lead district administrator for CTE pathways, expanding equity and access for underserved students in alternative education while strengthening existing pathways.
- Secured and managed multi-million-dollar grants to support college and career readiness, civic engagement, and secondary education initiatives.
- Launched the district’s civic engagement initiatives, including student recognition through the State Seal of Civic Engagement.
- Supervised and expanded the district's restorative practices program, securing two grants exceeding $1 million each to enhance school-based supports.
- Oversaw and strengthened district-wide K-12 athletic programming, including partnerships with the East Bay Regional Parks District to provide free swim lessons to students.
- Managed district-wide emergency preparedness, response, and communication systems.
- Strengthened partnerships with local law enforcement to ensure open communication for citywide emergencies, expanded the Sandy Hook Promise anonymous reporting system, and developed a comprehensive district security team.
- Led the Wellness, Culture, and Climate Team, advancing district-wide social-emotional learning initiatives.
- Expanded classified staff training and support for restorative facilitators, site security teams, and grounds personnel.
- Established strategic community partnerships with the City of Antioch, local civic organizations, and business leaders to enhance student programs.
- Secured local grants and in-kind support for key district initiatives, including middle school athletics, the Girls Empowerment Project, the Kings Conference, Boys in Action, and the Summer Career Camp.
- Serves as the lead administrator for secondary summer programs, providing engaging, hands-on enrichment for middle school students and credit recovery opportunities for high school students.
Principal
Antioch Middle School
06.2016 - 06.2021
- Led AUSD Principals with educational technology initiatives
- Developed district-wide videos on various educational tools
- Represented AUSD in all 2021 teacher recruitment fairs
- Created a restorative practice program
- Implemented a multi-tiered system of support for students
- Reduced suspensions and fights, improved CAASPP scores
Vice Principal
Antioch High School
06.2013 - 07.2016
- Recipient of the Delta Charter ACSA 2016 Co-Administrator of the year
- Director of the Summer Math and College Readiness Academy
- Coordinator of all assessments and after-school programs
- Vice Principal in charge of athletics and student activities
Physical Education/Health Teacher
Antioch High School
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Temporary vice principal overseeing discipline and campus supervision
- Involved with site leadership committees
- Led the implementation of PE and health standards
Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Adjunct Instructor
Las Positas College
06.2010 - 05.2012
- Taught physical education classes and served as the Coast Conference Representative on the State Board
- Increased the team's winning percentage and managed the team budget
Physical Education/Health Teacher/Varsity Basketball Coach
Deer Valley High School
09.2004 - 01.2010
- Participated in AUSD Physical Education Grant Committee
- Obtained over $100,000 of grant monies for the physical education program
Education
Doctorate - Educational Leadership
Saint Mary’s College
12.2023
Student Services Certificate -
ACSA
05.2019
Clear Administrative Services Credential -
Brandman University
06.2015
Administrative Credential -
Saint Mary’s College
06.2013
Master of Arts - Education – Kinesiology
Saint Mary’s College
05.2010
Teaching Credential - Single Subject Physical Education and Health Science
Saint Mary’s College
05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education with a teaching emphasis, Minor in Religious Studies
Saint Mary’s College
05.2004
Skills
- Visionary Leadership
- Instructional Leadership
- Financial and Budget Management
- Equity and Cultural Competency
- Strategic Planning
- Relationship Building and Networking
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Motivational Leadership Style
- Performance Analysis
- Strategies and Goals
- Excellent Communication and Public speaking
- Crisis Management and Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Secured over $6 million in new grant funding for the district to support student programs and initiatives.
- Co-founded the Girls Empowerment Project, an annual program that connects 8th-grade girls with high school mentors and community leaders, inspiring them to pursue their dream careers.
- Serves as a lead administrator for the Kings Conference and Boys in Action initiatives, targeted programs that empower African American and Latinx boys by providing mentorship, leadership development, and academic support.
- Established a robust middle school athletics program, securing local grant funding from various community organizations.
- Expanded elementary school athletic camps and physical fitness programs to promote early engagement in sports and wellness.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive restorative practices program, now recognized as a model statewide.
- Launched the first alternative education CTE program in Contra Costa County, expanding career pathways for underserved students.
- Established a flagship construction pathway and hands-on training center at Antioch High School, providing students with real-world skills and career opportunities.
- Developed a multi-layered district-wide safety plan centered on mental health support, restorative practices, trauma-informed care, and inclusivity.
- Cultivated strong community partnerships and a business network to enhance student programs and support services.
- Led the Wellness, Culture, and Climate Committee in securing grant funding and implementing initiatives that promote student social-emotional well-being
- Modernized the district’s HR recruitment system. Established the district’s LinkedIn page, produced a teacher recruitment video, and launched digital billboard campaigns to enhance staff recruitment efforts.
Professional Conferences
- African American Regional Education Alliance Professional Development Summit, 2025
- Solution Tree PLC and RTI Conference Series, 2024
- ACSA Bay Area Equity Symposium, 2024
- Educating for Careers Conference, 2022, 2023, 2024
- AVID Summer Institute, 2021-2023
- Greater Bay Area Equity Summit, 02/01/21
- Kaiser Rise Up - Fostering Resilience with a Trauma Sensitive Approach, 01/01/21
- ACSA Region 6 – Improved Mental Health, 10/01/20
- Supporting English Learners in Mathematics, 06/01/19
- AVID conference, 07/01/18
- CABE Conference, 03/01/18
- ACSA Leadership Conference, 06/01/16
- Social Justice Issues, hosted by Delta ACSA, Elks Lodge, 01/01/16
- NGSS Chabot Space and Science Center Symposium for School Leaders, 11/01/15
- NSTA Virtual Conference: Connecting Literacy and Science with NGSS and Common Core, 08/06/14
- ConnectED, Linked Learning Conference, Walnut Creek, CA Fall 2013, and Oakland, CA Spring 2014
- CCCBCA (California, Community College, Basketball, Coaches Association) Conference, Ventura, CA, Spring 2011
- CAHPERD (California, Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance) Conference, Santa Clara, CA, Spring 2010
Awards
- Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation and Research Award, Saint Mary’s College, 2024
- ACSA Region 6 Middle School Principal of the Year, 2020
- Antioch Sports Hall of Fame Inductee, 2018
- ACSA Region 6 Secondary Co-Administrator of the Year, 2016
Training
- Equity in Action: Reducing Suspension for African American/Black Students, 2024
- Anti Bias/Anti Racism Training Series, 2023/2024
- Title IX Training, 2022
- Uniform Complaint Procedure Training, 2021
- Leadership Development Institute (CTE), 2021-2022 (Certification)
- Contra Costa County MTSS Series, 11/01/20 - 04/01/21
- Restorative Practices Seminar, 06/01/20
- Trauma Informed Training, 08/01/19
- IIRP Restorative Circles Training, 10/01/18
- IReady Implementation Training, 2018-2019
- Aeries Master Schedule and Query Training, 03/01/17
- Contra Costa County Office of Education Building a Culture of Attendance, 2017-2018 (pilot school)
- Accrediting Commission for Schools, WASC Training and Webinar, 02/01/16
- Master Scheduling Building Workshop hosted by Power School, SSB Tech Lab, 01/01/16
- DGI (Diablo Gateways to Innovations), Taming the Master Schedule, Martinez Unified District, 01/01/16
- Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium Site Coordinator Training, 02/01/14 and 2015
- California High School Exit Exam Site Coordinator Training, 10/01/14
Presentations And Publications
- Healing the Harm: One District’s Quest to Expand a Restorative Framework, ProQuest Dissertation, https://stmarys-ca.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/pqdtglobal1/dissertations-theses/healing-harm-one-district-s-quest-expand/docview/2897326485/sem-2?accountid=25334
- In Antioch, Restorative Practices are a District Wide Mindset, EdCal Magazine, 10/01/23, https://edcal.acsa.org/in-antioch-restorative-practices-are-a-districtwide-mindset
- 1200 Antioch Middle School’s Visit Saint Mary’s College, YouTube, https://youtu.be/FGkMkzniU58?si=yK5885CgayTYul_9
- Girls Empowerment Conference, Lead Facilitator, 03/01/21, https://youtu.be/VqppKHAUhd4?si=EG7KY3blfSxsJ9O4
- Keynote Speaker- Special Olympics, Pittsburg Unified, 2025
- Emergency Response to Critical Incidents for Site Administrators and Site Safeties, Spring 2024
- Educating for Careers Conference – Equitable Access to CTE Pathways for Alt Ed Students, 03/01/24
- ACSA Bay Area Equity Symposium – Expanding a Restorative Framework, 02/01/24
- Online Supports for Students, AUSD Site Administrators Meeting, 09/01/20
- Tech Tools for Administrative Assistants, AUSD Administrative Assistants Meeting, 09/01/20
- SMC Ed.D. Alumni Panelist, 2024
- SMC Webinar and Panel Discussion 'The Role of Women in Catholic Church Leadership.', 2021
- Discovery Education California Leadership Series, 06/01/20
Timeline
Director, Educational Services, Secondary Support
Antioch Unified School District
07.2021 - Current
Principal
Antioch Middle School
06.2016 - 06.2021
Vice Principal
Antioch High School
06.2013 - 07.2016
Physical Education/Health Teacher
Antioch High School
08.2010 - 06.2013
Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Adjunct Instructor
Las Positas College
06.2010 - 05.2012
Physical Education/Health Teacher/Varsity Basketball Coach
Deer Valley High School
09.2004 - 01.2010
Student Services Certificate -
ACSA
Clear Administrative Services Credential -
Brandman University
Administrative Credential -
Saint Mary’s College
Master of Arts - Education – Kinesiology
Saint Mary’s College
Teaching Credential - Single Subject Physical Education and Health Science
Saint Mary’s College
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education with a teaching emphasis, Minor in Religious Studies
Saint Mary’s College
Doctorate - Educational Leadership
Saint Mary’s College
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