About Us

Pathway Academy High School is an independent, private high school with a clear mission: to prepare the next generation of leaders through a strong foundation in Business and STEM education. Our school is rooted in core values—Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, and Initiative—that guide every aspect of teaching and learning. We are dedicated to cultivating students' critical thinking, leadership skills, and real-world readiness in a dynamic, future-focused environment.

School Administration

Clauzairion Harris

Founder | CEO of School

Sherrod Laws

VP, School Culture

I am a dynamic and visionary educational leader with over 27 years of experience in K–12 education. As a founding team member of Pathway Academy High School, I bring a wealth of expertise in instructional leadership, curriculum development, and student-centered learning. My career reflects a deep commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and equity for all learners. Throughout my career, I have served in a variety of impactful roles—including STEM specialist, science educator, parent liaison, and curriculum writing—driving transformative change in both traditional and charter school environments. I am passionate about integrating STEM principles across disciplines, supporting teacher development, and designing real-world, project-based learning opportunities that prepare students for college, career, and community leadership. I enjoy traveling, reading, dancing and spending time with my family and friends.

Andrea Carroll

VP, Academics

Jasmine Davis

VP, Operations

School Leadership Support

Dr. Abdullah is a Seasoned Education Practitioner and Scholar and Diversity Optimist! His Academic research in the area of multicultural competence and expertise in the practical application of inclusive strategies. Dr. Shakeer Abdullah is the Founder and Lead Consultant for Practical Diversity Associates, a full-service leadership, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging firm established in 2011. Our services are appropriate for organizations and individuals who are seeking professional development or a general education related to diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and belonging. What distinguishes PDA from competitors is our personalized approach, deep expertise in multicultural competence, and our founder’s extensive background in educational leadership and community engagement.

Dr.Shakeer Abdullah

Student Support Services

Mary Swets

Liberal Arts Coordinator

With over 15 years of experience in K–12 education, I bring a strong foundation in instructional design, science education, and behavior-focused learning strategies. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s in Educational Psychology with a focus on behavior therapy. For the past decade, I have specialized in developing science curriculum and, more recently, spent five years leading STEM curriculum initiatives. My work is grounded in creating engaging, standards-aligned content that supports diverse learners and fosters critical thinking across grade levels.

Mallory Mock

STEM Coordinator

BE-STEM Afterschool Program

The BE-STEM (Business, Engineering, Science, Technology, and Math) Program is designed to ignite innovation, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills in middle and high school students at Pathway Academy High School. Rooted in project-based learning and career readiness, BE-STEM prepares students to thrive in high-demand fields through hands-on experiences, industry partnerships, and a forward-thinking curriculum. Join us as we build the next generation of STEM leaders and changemakers.

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