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Welcome to the Positioned for Excellence Leadership Academy
Leaders and Innovators
Empowering the Next Generation of
At Positioned for Excellence (PFE) Leadership Academy, we are committed to shaping tomorrow’s leaders today through experiential, hands-on learning. We equip students with real-world skills that prepare them for leadership roles in their schools, careers, and communities.
Why PFE?
PFE is designed to develop students in four key areas:
Leadership
Building confidence, integrity, and teamwork skills.
Innovation
Encouraging creative problem-solving and adaptability.
Career Aspirations
Providing hands-on career exposure and real-world skills.
Social Impact
Teaching students the importance of giving back and making a difference.

Dr. Gabrielle E. James leads the Positioned for Excellence Leadership Academy with a passion for purpose-driven learning and bold leadership development. Inspired by the values passed down from her great-grandmother and by her own children’s book, The Dream Chasers Club, she founded the academy to ignite the leader within every student.
Meet Dr. Gabrielle
At PFE, students are encouraged to explore big ideas, build lasting confidence, and think critically about the world around them. Her mission is to transform everyday spaces into vibrant learning communities where students dream bigger, lead with purpose, and rise to become courageous
world changers.
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