10/06/2025
Rashaad Pitt joins Essex County Public Schools as the 2025-2026 EHS Principal. A native of New York, Mr. Pitt began his journey in education in 2006 as a passionate history teacher with Petersburg City Public Schools. Over the past 19 years, he has brought his deep commitment to student growth and equity to a variety of educational settings, including Chesterfield County Public Schools, the Department of Juvenile Justice, Hampton City Schools, Charlottesville City Schools, and Richmond Public Schools. His educational experience includes
roles such as teacher, middle school success coordinator, high school dean of students, and career academy principal. Most recently, Mr. Pitt served as an assistant principal with Richmond Public Schools, where he focused on cultivating a strong school culture, implementing restorative practices, and
supporting educator development. Prior to that, he served as principal of Charlottesville High School, leading school-wide efforts in instruction, equity, and community engagement.
Mr. Pitt is a seasoned instructional leader whose areas of expertise include restorative justice, professional development, and community outreach. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Virginia State University, a Master of Science in Education with a concentration in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership.
Outside of his school leadership roles, Mr. Pitt is the co-author of Next in Line to Lead: Voices of Assistant Principals and is preparing to release his forthcoming book, Leading Through the Fire: Lessons from a New Administrator’s Journey: A Candid And Practical Guide For Aspiring School Leaders.
While proud of his professional accomplishments, Mr. Pitt finds his greatest joy in the growth of his own children. He is the father of three amazing children—Talia (17), Jayla (15), and Elijah (14)—and, most importantly, the proud husband of fellow educator and life partner, Charmaine.
