James Russo

James Russo, Ed.D., is an experienced educational leader currently serving as the Senior Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Digital Learning at Orange County Public Schools since July 2013. Prior roles include Senior Director of Curriculum and Instruction and Principal within the same district, along with significant experience as Principal at Seminole County Public Schools. James Russo has also contributed as faculty at both Grand Canyon University and the University of Phoenix. Academic credentials include a Doctorate and EdS in Leadership and multiple degrees from the University of Central Florida and the University of Florida, complemented by a certificate from the Harvard Graduate School of Education's Principals' Center.