Administration

Ms. Tiffany M. Ragin, daughter of Timothy and Racheal Ragin, is a graduate of Columbia High School (1994) in Decatur. She is also a graduate of Fort Valley State University (1998) with a Bachelor’s degree in Middle Grades Education: ELA and Social Studies, Brenau University (2000) with a Master’s degree in Middle Grades Education: ELA and Science, and Lincoln Memorial University (2004) with an Educational Specialist’s Degree in Educational Leadership, and is currently a Doctoral student at Lincoln pursuing another degree in Educational Leadership.

After a childhood of loving to help others and wanting to become a teacher, Ms. Ragin entered the education field with Atlanta Public Schools in 1998.   Since then, she has touched the lives of over 5,000 students during her tenure with the district.  She has taught at J.C. Young Middle School (1998-2007), was an Instructional Coach at both Sylvan Middle School and Bunche Middle School (2007-2011), worked as a Title I Specialist in the district (2011-2012), became Assistant Principal at C.W. Long Middle School (2012-2018), and is currently the proud Principal at Dobbs Elementary.

In addition to her aforementioned jobs, she has served on several leadership committees and held several leadership roles where her work has impacted all stakeholders --- parents, students, teachers, and staff.  Because of her hard work and dedication, she currently serves as a mentor to several aspiring leaders.

Contact:

Email: tragin@atlanta.k12.ga.us
Work: 404 802 8055

Priscilla Lovett is the proud Assistant Principal at J.W. Dobbs  Elementary. Ms. Lovett is a graduate of the University of South Florida, and upon graduating, immediately began teaching in  Vero Beach, Florida, at Thompson Elementary School. After teaching for eight years, she attained a Master of Science Degree  in Educational Leadership and continued to serve and teach in  Atlanta Public Schools. Just a few years later, she attained a  Master of Arts Degree in Reading and became an Instructional  Coach at J.W. Dobbs Elementary. She recently completed the  Tier I Leadership Certification at the University of West  Georgia. Ms. Lovett is truly committed to the work of improving  student achievement in the city of Atlanta.  

Over the years, Ms. Lovett has been sought out to serve in many capacities. During her 16-year tenure, she has served as J.W.  Dobbs’ School Business Manager, district’s Literacy  Ambassador, Teacher of the Year (2015), Relay Candidate, and Professional Learning Liaison. 

Ms. Lovett enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and  sorority sisters in her spare time. She enjoys traveling and giving  back to the community. She also enjoys shopping. She is a  proud Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated member and is  extremely active in her church and community. Her favorite  quote is, “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Ms. Lovett is a dedicated servant leader who is always ready and  willing to create new experiences for everyone to reach their full potential. 

Contact

Email: plovett@atlanta.k12.ga.us
Work: 404 802 8077