Cheryl Elaine Temple-Journiette, PhD

Administrative Officer

Cheryl Temple-Journiette is a fervent proponent of educational innovations and cultural responsiveness within educational institutions and community organizations. She views these through the lens of inclusiveness, economic parity, and equal access for all students.

A native of Philadelphia, Pa., her personal narrative is rooted in the resilience of her forebearers. One of six children, Cheryl’s family instilled in her a great appreciation for knowledge and self-determination. Her parochial education shaped her intellectual prowess while stressing the importance of moral development and community service. Cheryl is a product of the Civil Rights Era, which introduced her to the glaring social, political, and economic disparities of Black people in the community.

These events led her to embrace her African heritage through involvement in local student and community organizations. It shaped her love for African culture and philosophy. Cheryl attained academic degrees from Howard University, Antioch University and The George Washington University. This preparation provided her with wholistic life experiences that shaped her career path. She has served in various capacities as a therapist, educator, professional school counselor in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland.

As a Student Services Specialist, Cheryl’s career was defined by an involvement in multifaceted school and community programs geared to nurturing students’ personal development and academic excellence. In her multiple leadership roles, Cheryl is best known by her peers as a champion of innovative program development, student advocacy, and as a change agent for systemwide educational policies and procedures.

Dr. Temple-Journiette has been recognized for her contributions and service throughout her career. Some of her notable leadership roles include School Board Chair of Kamit Institute for Magnificent Achievers (KIMA) Public Charter School, President of the Maryland Association of Pupil Personnel Workers. Throughout her career, she coordinated professional conferences, facilitated workshops for her peers and colleagues and served as an adjunct professor at The George Washington University.

Cheryl is a loving wife, mother, and grandmother with a lust for life. She is an active member of her religious organization.