
Meet Chanavia
EDUCATOR | EXECUTIVE COACH |Â K-12 CONSULTANT | SPEAKER
Meet Chanavia Patterson: an inspiring educator, executive coach, and dynamic speaker with over twenty years of experience spanning from the classroom to district leadership.
Celebrated as Michigan's Principal of the Year for her extraordinary turnaround of a Detroit school, Chanavia elevated from her career to her calling when she founded Principal Patterson Leadership Services—a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to empowering women leaders globally to create thriving schools.
Now, Chanavia is ready to share her award-winning methods & frameworks with you.
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Veronica K., principal
"Principal Patterson's coaching was exceptional—she brought a wealth of knowledge, experience, and a genuine passion for helping new Principals succeed."

JASMINE B., Senior Director
"You can't go wrong when you're booking with Chanavia. Principal Patterson Services is top tier, 10 out of 10. And it's been such an honor to be one of her clients, and I'm excited about this chapter for my organization, for my staff, and for myself, of what's to come in the future"

TIFFANY W., Principal
“If I could somehow find a way for each of the members on my administrative team to get the same coaching support that I receive from Chanavia, that would be game-changing for our school."
The Second Semester Reset:
Shift From Survival Mode to Sustainable Leadership
During the second semester, the school year’s challenges can start to feel heavier. After months of balancing demands and managing crises, many principals find themselves drained and stuck in survival mode. This critical mid-year point is your opportunity to reset your leadership, reenergize your vision, and set a strong foundation for the months ahead.
In this masterclass, you’ll gain actionable strategies to refocus your team, renew staff morale, and rebuild a school culture that inspires and unites.
Leading a school goes beyond daily tasks; it’s about creating a sustainable environment where both you and your team can thrive. Let’s hit reset and make the second semester your strongest one yet!

Reset Your Standards
Are your leadership expectations clear, or are you just reacting to the chaos around you? Learn how to reset your standards and create a roadmap to align your team around shared expectations and goals, ensuring everyone is working towards a common vision.

Rebuild Your School Culture
Struggling with low morale or staff disengagement? Rebuild your school culture with proven strategies to inspire and align your team, creating an environment where everyone is motivated and working together—without risking burnout.

Reclaim Your Life
Is your work consuming you? Learn how to reclaim your life by creating boundaries between your role as a school leader and administrator, managing your time effectively, and prioritizing your well-being—so you can lead sustainably and avoid burnout.


“The decision to work with Principal Patterson was one of the best decisions I made as a leader.”
– Dr. Inga P., ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
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