Meet our team

We are excited to add Willie Banks III to our leadership team at Lincoln Park Academy as Regional Vice President. With over 20 years of leadership experience in private and charter schools, he has a proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments that drive student success. As current Executive Principal/RVP of STEAM Academy of Warrensville Heights, Banks will continue to lead while focusing on high expectations, clear goals, and strong partnerships with parents and educators at both schools.

Jesse V. Williams, Jr. joined the ACCEL team in 2020. Mr. Williams was an Assistant Principal for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District for six years as well as taught Middle School and High School Science in the greater Cleveland area for twelve years. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and a Master of Science Education Degree in Secondary Education/Curriculum and Instruction from Akron University. He also holds a degree in Educational Leadership from Cleveland State University.