Mark K. Vianello
Director
Professional Summary
A future-focused and innovative educator with a proven record of success submits a combined body of experience and achievements. An accomplished leader vested in building cross-functional teams with a long history of uniting both school and community stakeholders will prioritize a relevant education and a high return on investment for all students and the community.
Professional Experiences
Superintendent of Schools June 2023 – Present
Charlotte County Public Schools
Chief Operations Officer 2022 – 2023
Marion County Public Schools
Deputy Superintendent 2020-2022
Marion County Public Schools
Executive Director of Career & Technical Education 2016-2020
Marion County Public Schools
Executive Director of Student Services 2010-2016
Marion County Public Schools
Principal of Marion Technical Institute 2004-2010
Marion County Public Schools
Principal of East Marion Elementary School 2001-2004
Marion County Public Schools
Teaching Experiences 1992-1995
- ESE teacher grades 9-12, Edgewater High School, OCPS
- ESE teacher grades 6-8, Dunnellon Middle, MCPS
- ESE teacher grades 3-5, Ocala Springs Elementary, MCPS (summer school)
Skills and Core Competencies
- Possesses a “student-first” philosophy and a deep belief that all means all when it comes to learning and preparing students for life after graduation
- Fundamentally understands the importance of building trust and its role in developing a positive culture within an organization
- Works with diverse groups to develop, implement, and progress monitor a collective vision and strategic plan
- Uses various data sources, best practices, and innovative approaches to drive curriculum, close achievement gaps, and ensure student success for all
- Builds district budgets to align resources and meet strategic plan goals
- Seeks student, teacher, parent, and community stakeholder input before making major policy decisions
- Seeks alternative funding sources through grants and community partnerships
- Demonstrates the ability to make tough and unpopular decisions to do what is right for students
- Routinely presents a positive image of the school system through various speaking and written communications
- Maintains knowledge of workforce and labor trends while driving new pathways to meet current and future workforce and economic development needs of the community
Major Accomplishments and Recognitions
- Awarded the 2020 College Ready Florida Innovator of the Year by the Florida College Access Network
- Awarded the 2018 State of Florida Workforce Partner of the Year by the Florida Workforce Development Association
- Held the office of President to the Florida Association of Student Services Administrators in 2016
- In the 2020-2021 school year while serving as Deputy Superintendent, Marion County Public Schools outperformed the state average in the 11 Florida Standards Assessment categories moving the district’s state ranking from 50 to 45
- Marion County’s Career & Technical Education Department (CTE) was recognized as one of 11 Innovative Districts throughout the country by the International Center of Leadership in Education while serving as Executive Director
- During the years serving as Executive Director of Career & Technical Education and Deputy Superintendent, graduation rates improved by eight percentage points (78.5% to 86.5%)
- Career and Technical Education experienced a 166% increase (747 to 1990) in nationally recognized industry certifications earned by students while serving as Executive Director
- Initiated the development, implementation, and promotion of the Marion County Public Schools innovative Career Planning Guide to ensure every student graduates with an identified post-secondary pathway of either employment, enrollment, or enlistment
- In 2009, Marion Technical Institute was selected to present at the National Model Schools Conference the use of gaming in the classroom to engage, excite and extend student learning both in and out of the classroom while serving as principal
- In 2008, Marion Technical Institute was selected to present at the National Model Schools Conference its relationship with the local business community and the positive impact it made on education in regard to student internships, national certifications, and curriculum development while serving as principal
- Marion Technical Institute received a Recognition of Excellence award from the U.S. Department of Labor for outstanding partnership with Citrus, Levy, Marion (CLM) Workforce Connection while serving as principal
- Led East Marion Elementary to its first-ever A school grade while serving as principal
- Presented a variety of innovative and best practices to various community, political and service organizations, as well as at national and state conferences, including the Model Schools Conference, the Florida College Network Access Summit, the Florida Association of School Administrators state conference, the Florida School Board Association summer conference, and the National Drop Out Prevention Network conference
- Served on the following boards: Ocala/Marion County Chamber & Economic Partnerships, CareerSource Citrus, Levy, Marion, and the Marion County United Way
- Other activities include: served as Chair for the United Way Annual Giving Campaign raising 1.77 million providing 93,400 community services, member of the Florida Association of School Administrators, Board President of Ocala First Preschool, member of the Public Policy Institute Comprehensive Early Learning Steering Committee, Rotarian, Upwards Basketball coach, YMCA Flag Football coach
Education
- Master of Science, Educational Leadership Nova Southeastern University
- Bachelor of Arts, Learning Disabilities and Emotionally Handicapped University of Florida