URBAN SCHOOL WARRIOR – 2025

Urban School
Warrior

The Untold Story of Dr. David L. Snead: A Legacy of Leadership, Resilience, and a Fierce Commitment to Educational Change.

This book is about the relentless fight for our children and the courage to stand up for their future.

MEet the SNeads

Dr. David L. Snead

Dr. David L. Snead is a nationally recognized educator and former Superintendent in Detroit and Waterbury. With 40+ years of experience, he led reforms and championed equity. A graduate of Tuskegee and the University of Michigan, Dr. Snead has received numerous honors, including Michigan Superintendent of the Year, and serves as a consultant, speaker, and visiting professor at Yale.

Dr. Constance C. Snead

Dr. Constance Clark-Snead is a trailblazing educator and former Superintendent in Westbury, New York. She led Smothers Elementary to National Blue Ribbon recognition, pioneered global partnerships, and was honored by the U.S. Department of Education. Known for mentoring and empowering generations, her legacy is one of inspiring others to rise.

5+

Districts Transformed
Through Leadership

40+

Years of Service in
Education

100+

Leaders Mentored
and Inspired

1st

African American
Superintendent in Region

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THE WARRIOR’S JOURNEY

“Every challenge was a chance to prove that change was possible. Every victory opened doors for others to follow.”

– Dr. David L. Snead

From his early battles in Detroit to his groundbreaking work in urban school districts, Dr. Snead has dedicated his life to overcoming obstacles, breaking barriers, and creating a path for future generations of educators and leaders.

Detroit Foundations

Raised in Detroit, Dr. Snead overcame racial discrimination to graduate from Cass Technical High School, where he learned the power of perseverance and education.

1943-1960s

Service & Education

After military service, Dr. Snead pursued higher education, driven by a belief in education’s transformative power and a commitment to serving underserved communities

1960s-1970s

Urban School Warrior

As a leader in urban school districts, Dr. Snead championed educational equity, dismantled barriers, and ensured every child had access to quality education.

1980s-2010s

Sharing the Battle Plan

Through his memoir, Urban School Warrior, Dr. Snead shares his story to inspire the next generation of leaders and ignite the ongoing fight for equity in education.

2025

Urban School Warrior - 2025

URBAN SCHOOL WARRIOR

Dr. David L. Snead’s memoir, Urban School Warrior, is a call to action for educators, leaders, and activists who refuse to accept the status quo. His journey is one of resilience, transformation, and the belief that every child deserves a chance to succeed.

“The fight for educational equity is never easy, but it’s always worth it.”

– Dr. David L. Snead

The Three Guiding Principles of a Lifelong Leader

1

Battle-Tested Wisdom

2

Unfiltered Truth

3

Warrior's Journey

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What Readers Will Discover:

Battle-tested strategies for leading urban school districts through transformative change.
Tactics for overcoming resistance and systemic obstacles in education.
How to build lasting partnerships with educators, communities, and leaders for sustainable reform.
Powerful, real-world stories of resilience, struggle, and success in the fight for educational equity.