Kamela Patton

"Outstanding accomplishing tasks, follow up, communication skills, and team work"

"Kamela is a great and thoughtful leader! We served together on the Board of Directors of the FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association in Tampa Bay. Highly endorse!!!"

"Kam is a very strategic and talented leader. She commits 100% to the cause or mission she is involved in. She has years of experience as an educator, leader and community engagement. Any organization fortunate enough to have Kam as part of their leadership will experience success at a level far beyond expectations. Kam knows how to drive change with care, passion, strategy and experience."

"I am proud to wholeheartedly endorse my dear friend of more than 25 years, Dr. Kamela Patton, as Superintendent of Alachua County Public Schools.

Having spent 43 years in education, I know the qualities of a strong superintendent. Kamela brings experience, integrity, vision, and—most importantly—a genuine commitment to students, educators, families, and the community.

I have known her for more than two decades and have witnessed firsthand her dedication, leadership, and passion for education. I am confident that Alachua County is in excellent hands with Dr. Kamela Patton.

Diana Venturini"

"Dr. Patton is a fearless leader and visionary. Her devotion to the community she serves is evident in all her actions."

"Kam is an amazing educator, leader, and mentor. Her support of women is ed leadership is unmatched."

"Kamela is a consummate professional and an excellent mentor to other administrators and executives."

"Kam is a consummate professional. She is very capable and insightful, and provides guidance that not only makes sense, but is appropriate for the situation. I highly recommend her."

"Kamela possesses that rare combination of strong vision and leadership while remaining warm, approachable and empathetic.
Her accomplishments are well recorded, but the positive impact she has had on countless students and civic leaders is immense and can not be overstated."

"Great leader"

"Professional skills outstanding and great emotional intelligence"

"Kam Patton is an experienced, innovative, and strategic leader who has proven time and time again that she can assist and support communities in achieving significant and transformational outcomes. She understands that community context is incredibly important. I think the absolute world of Kam and her leadership and would be more than happy to discuss her many strengths with anyone who my be interested."

"Kamela consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to contributing positively to those around them. Kamela's dedication to the community and willingness to support others speak highly of her character."