Meet The founder
Dr. Artis: Championing Lifelong Learning
Hello! I’m Dr. Artis, Ed.D., the Founder of YOURpath for Adult Learners. Our journey began in 2015, and in 2018, YOURpath was born. My passion lies in adult education, and I firmly believe education is the compass guiding us toward our life’s purpose. Hence the name “YOURpath” – because we’re all lifelong learners!
Professional Journey:
- Dr. Artis earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of the District of Columbia in 2001, launching her 20-year career in education.
- She taught Kindergarten in a private school but soon realized her true calling lay elsewhere.
- Transitioning to public education, she taught 2nd and 5th graders before joining the Philadelphia Public School District.
- Dr. Artis taught 6th and 7th graders at Grover Washington Middle School, witnessing remarkable student achievements.
- Her effective classroom management and collaborative approach earned her recognition from colleagues and leadership.
- Dr. Artis holds a Master’s Degree in Science Administration in Education (MSA in Edu.) from Trinity Washington University (2004), graduating with honors.
- As the Career Education Manager/Disability Coordinator at the Woodstock Job Corps Center, she led by example.
- Within two years, she transformed the academics department, elevating its ranking from 83rd to 2nd among the Department of Labor’s 123 National Job Corps Centers.
- Dr. Artis’s ability to inspire trust and implement strategic changes drove student success in mathematics, literacy, GED/Online H.S. Diploma attainment, and career outcomes.
- Continuing her educational journey, she earned her doctorate in Educational Leadership in May 2012, graduating with honors.
- Dr. Artis remains committed to professional development, specializing in student testing, assessment development, curriculum design, and micro-credentials.
- An entrepreneur, visionary, and creator, she also holds a school license in Administration (Levels I and II) with special education (MSDE).
For more details on Dr. Artis’s accomplishments in adult education, including high school diploma/GED attainments and Literacy/Numeracy outcomes, explore her curriculum vitae on Linkedin.
Dr. A. Artis, Doctor of Educational Leadership
Equity Funding Initiative
Welcome! Thank you for considering YOURpath. We are dedicated to transforming lives through education. Thanks to our basic literacy, GED & HiSET programs, our graduates (click on link) now thrive in higher education and rewarding careers.
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