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Crystal Washington
Ed.D, MBA
Acting CEO/Executive Director
Dr. Washington is a career educator with experience as Principal, Assistant Principal, English Teacher, and Coach. Her most recent position was a Chief Academic Officer at Lincoln Preparatory School. She has served as a School Improvement Support Specialist with the Louisiana Department of Education, where she supported local systems with the implementation of school improvement initiatives. She is a 2003 graduate of Greenwood High School (MS), and a 2007 graduate of the University of Mississippi, where she earned a B.A. in Psychology. She also earned a Masters of Arts in Teaching from the University of Mississippi in 2009, a Specialist degree in Leadership in 2010, and a doctorate in 2015 from Delta State University. She is married to Alexander Washington of Monroe and has four children. She is excited about leading Lincoln Prep. Go Panthers!
Courtney Smith
Chief Academic Officer/Deputy Director
Courtney Smith brings over 17 years of experience in education and a deep commitment to academic excellence and equity.
Smith began her career as a math teacher, where she quickly distinguished herself as an instructional leader with a talent for building strong relationships with students and colleagues. Her passion for improving teaching and learning led her to serve in various leadership roles, including Assistant principal, Principal, and most recently, Senior Specialist with the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET). In each role, she has championed high-quality instruction, supported educator development, and helped school drive significant academic gains.
Smith holds a Bachelor's degree and a Master's in Educational Leadership from Louisiana Tech University, and a Master of Science in Law from Champlain College. Her unique blend of instructional expertise and policy insight has positioned her as a transformative leader, and is committed to fostering a culture of excellence where every student can thrive.
"I believe every child deserves a school experience that changes the trajectory of their life. My goal is to ensure every teacher has the tools, support, and leadership they need to make that possible." - Courtney Smith
Annie Moss
Assistant Director - Enrollment and Administrative Services
Annie Moss is the Assistant Director of Enrollment and Administrative Services at Lincoln Preparatory School. Annie has over 30 years of higher education experience in the areas of admissions & recruitment, registration, housing, international student affairs, and teaching. Prior to joining Lincoln Prep, Annie worked at Southwest Tennessee Community College (Memphis, TN) as Director of Admissions & Recruitment, Adjunct Professor, and Interim Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services. She has served as the Director of Admissions & Recruitment at Grambling State University, and Southern University @ Shreveport. She worked as an educational consultant for Ellucian (formerly SunGard Higher Education); providing consulting, training and implementation services for colleges and universities.
A 1979 graduate of Bienville High School, Annie holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems and a master's degree in Teaching the Social Sciences; both from Grambling State University. She is the mother of two sons (Christopher & Kellen).