Dr. Miles has been the principal at Sterling Elementary in Charlotte, NC since July 2017.  She began her education career in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools in 2003 as a teacher. She has held the positions of literacy facilitator, dean of students, and assistant principal. In 2013, she became a principal and has been in this role for 9 years. During 2020-2021, Dr. Miles was selected as the Principal of the Year for Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools.  Dr. Miles grew up in Syracuse, NY.  She moved to NC to attend college and received her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from UNC Charlotte.  She attended Queen’s University where she earned her Masters of Education in K-12 Literacy and her Masters in School Administration.  She earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Wingate University.   As a school leader, Dr. Miles is passionate about providing opportunities for students and teachers to experience joy and purpose in school. Her staff describe her as “zesty” and “a problem solver that makes things happen for kids and adults.” Dr. Miles enjoys reading, swimming, music and spending time with her family.