Music that Describes Shay
Shay Price was nominated by her colleague, Thomas Griffin.
“The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person doing it” — Chinese Proverb
Fighting cancer, earning a doctoral degree, homeschooling an autistic daughter, and raising achievement in an urban high school offering hybrid instruction during COVID. Any one of these tasks could overwhelm the average person, but Dr. Price conquered them all this past school year. She continues to kick cancer to the curb while taking Maple Heights High School to the next level of success.
All too often, urban students are labeled as lazy, unmotivated, and helpless because of their demographic profiles. By bestowing high expectations and levels of trust upon her students, Dr. Price constantly reassures them that they have what it takes to achieve their goals and succeed in life. To those who doubt that one person can make a difference in the lives of countless students, stand back. Dr. Price has a whole generation of scholars who want to succeed, and she is busy helping them achieve it.
Helping students succeed has been Dr. Price's mission for over two decades as an educator. As an experienced high school principal in a urban district, she is constantly “marketing” education, not only to her own scholars, but to the entire community in which she resides. Dr. Price has increased countless achievement levels within her high school and has been instrumental in obtaining 100% industry credentials for numerous career-technical programs offered in her building. She has been powerful in motivating students to take their educational careers seriously by demanding high levels of respect and expectations from each scholar.
Dr. Price wears many hats simultaneously while leading an urban school to its highest level of success. As a strong leader, she sets the level of expectation for the entire organization. Her philosophy is that every student, regardless of their background, has the right to an education based on high standards and achievement. Unfortunately, too many schools are failing an entire generation of students who want to learn. As an educational leader, she not only makes sure that every student is given the education they're inherently due, but promotes an educational environment conducive to the facilitation of lifelong learning and critical thinking.
In addition to helping all students succeed, Dr. Price is imperative in her belief that the effective leader also supports and encourages her faculty and staff. Without her constant enthusiasm for life and dedication to the success of all students, teaching loses its vitality and, subsequently, its value. She is a dynamic and determined administrator who possess exemplary leadership skills defined by her ability to encourage teamwork, delegate responsibilities, and allow all participants in the process to see how their input and talents have affected the outcome. During COVID, while maintaining a full time job, battling cancer, and homeschooling her own autistic daughter, Dr. Price obtained her doctorate in education to meet both a personal goal and a professional one. It is important to Dr. Price that her students are aware that she values education – her own as well as theirs.
"I am confident that her success as a principal will allow her to continue accomplishing even more goals she has set for herself, her staff, and her students while making herself a viable component in the education of the democracy of the future. There is not another LifeChanger who would represent your award in a more positive manner. It is with great pleasure that I nominate to you, Dr. Shay Price," said Griffin.
Congratulations Dr. Price! You’re amazing!
Congrats! what a blessing and honor! Keep doing what you are doing to keep Maple great! God doesn't give us more then we can handle. You are doing a great job handling everything that comes your way.
Great job! You deserve it!
Dr. Price is the epitome of superwoman and black girl magic 10.0! She's intelligent, kind hearted, and welcoming to all that meet her. Although she has faced and currently faces many challenges, Shay rises to the occasion every chance she gets. She is now and will forever be apart of my life. Keep inspiring and motivating those around you to do better. I can't wait to see what the future has in store for you!!!! It's all apart of the plan. Keep rising!!
Dr. Price is the picture of Strength, faith, love. She is a true inspiration to young women showing them that through it all any and everything is possible. Thank you for you do and have done you truly help me with my anxiety about my daughter’s high school choice and it’s was a good decision to put her in your hands ????????
As a school board member, I’ve seen Dr. Price learn and grow as a fantastic and enthusiastic educational leader. Her passion and dedication to her staff and students is remarkable. Despite the challenges she’s endured personally, Dr. Price has made it her mission to increase staff capacity, engage students at a higher level, and commits to excellence each and every day. Dr. Price is more than a Life Changer, she’s a true life, real example of HERO. I couldn’t think of anyone more deserving. Thank you for recognizing Dr. Price and all of her contributions to Maple Heights City Schools.
Shay is Strong, Beautiful, Survivor, Educated, Supporter, Encouraged, Loving, Child of God and so much more. Continued Blessings on your Life... and her story continues!!
I could write a book, but im just going to keep it simple. This young woman Dr Price has been a blessing to everyone she has come in contact with. Dr Price is very deserving of this nomination and so much more.. Continue to shine each and everyday.. Love ya...
If passion is the secret ingredient that drives hard work and excellence . Dr Price has given the secret away . With just a brief moment in her presence you would know her passion for seeing her students strive to be the best and do their best is what drives Dr.Price.
Dr. Shay Price is an amazing woman with a walking testimony! She is a fighter, survivor and great educator. Her love for her students has no limits! Even in college she always had a passion for history and education. The way she has persevered both in and out of the classroom has been such an inspiration to me! She always strives for excellence and pushes others. She is truly a life changer for so many!
Excellent write up, and so true. Dr Price has accomplished so much in her young life. I applaud her for all her concerns for her students. Congratulations DR. Price.
Dr. Price sets high expectations for her students and staff. Her belief that these goals are achievable motivates others to do their best, at all times.
Dr. Shay Price is an educator, a fighter, a survivor , a motivator and a woman empowering other woman. A role model to many.
Dr. Price is A phenomenal woman. God created her to be an inspiration to others. We should not complain or give excuses for not striving to be our best. Dr. Price shows how to do it with style and class. Continue to be a blessing to those students because for some you are the only hope they have here on earth.
I don’t even know where to begin! I just know that Shay is definitely a part of the reason I am where I am in my life today and I am the woman who am today. Next to my mom, she was the next best positive role model that I had to look up to and motivated me to strive for better. From the classroom to the dance field, Shay has helped mold me to be the woman that I wanted to become and saw for myself and for that, I am so grateful. She has always sacrificed her time, life, and own money at times to make sure her students were good and that we had what we need. Especially her dance girls. I’m so thankful to have met her and still have the opportunity to connect with her in this lifetime. She’s definitely a life changer.
Shay is my line sister, my (Headknocker), I've had the honor of knowing her for 20+ years, and she is everything she's being nominated for and then some. She is the epitome of beauty, class and follow-through. She has always been deeply supportive of all, and brilliantly authentic in her helpfulness and character. She is a true star and WELL DESERVING of this title she's being nominated for, I am so proud to call her my Soror, my line sister, my Sands, my Alabama State University sistern and my fellow Ohio Buckeye!!! CONGRATULATIONS SHAY!!!
There’s so much that can be said about this individual. Yes, everything written in the entry is correct. But even with all those wonderful things, there are so many more countless accolades that can be given. Being a principal, a mom, a leader, a sister, a daughter, a friend all seem to come easy to her. She has fought adversity, stereotypes and cancer with the kind of prowess that only a select few have. There’s never a moment in time where the well-being of someone else is not on her mind. So when they say, “the greatest of these is love” that’s the MOST impressive attitude. A love for people. A love that drives everything she does, a love that surrounds everyone she comes in contact with. So if anyone asks why she deserves to be named with this prestigious honor, then it’s because of the love she has for humanity. A love so deep that she is willing to give so much of herself every single day to ensure that others’ lives are changed just by sheer connection.
Dr. Price has put in great time and effort to move our staff and students forward not only with academic performances, but through diversity, awareness and tolerance training. Our staff is mostly white, while our student body is over 90% African American. She stresses the importance of understanding our students culture. This relationship between students & staff is just as important as academics.
She’s the real deal y’all. She really does work tirelessly to make sure Maple Heights High School benefits everyone, students and staff. Throughout these very difficult times, she has never stopped cultivating the sense of family that helps to drive us all.
Dr. Shay Price is indeed a life changer! I met Shay over 20 years ago on the campus of Alabama State University! Time nor words will allow me to fully express who and what Dr. Price is to me and so many others. To the point, Dr. Price is amazing! At her core she truly genuine, compassionate, giving, and loving! A radiant beauty, both inside and out! Shay meets each challenge with grace, dedication and unwavering faith. Dr. Price is a servant leader. She is committed to addressing the needs of others. The concerns of others become her concerns. Even on days that require her to make herself 1st priority, she is still mindful and attentive to the needs of others. Dr. Price has a contagious spirit that requires the very best of all who know her. Shay is a true showing of God’s grace, healing power, and promise! One of His absolute best works! I am beyond blessed to know her as a friend, sister and the sweetest Soror! Again, Dr.Price is indeed a life changer and deserving of this award!
Dr. Price has put in great time and effort to move our staff and students forward not only with academic performances, but through diversity, awareness and tolerance training. Our staff is mostly white, while our student body is over 90% African American. She stresses the importance of understanding our students culture. This relationship between students & staff is just as important as academics.
SHAY!
Great great person! Huge heart, and is all about kids! One of kindest people you can ever meet, and has the spirit of an angel. Couldn’t be a better person for this honor!
Dr. Price exemplifies Servant Leadership. On many occasions Mrs. Price goes out her way to show love and support to her students. Past students come to the school to hear encouraging words from Mrs. Price because of the lasting impact she’s left on them. I truly believe Mrs. Price deserves this award.
It is truly a pleasure to work with Dr Price. As a Central Office administrator, it is vitally important to have great instructional leaders in the buildings. Shay understands curriculum, instruction, and relationship building. Our kids come first with her and works with the adults in the building to develop a culture of achievement
Dr. Price is in one word excellent. I had the pleasure of meeting her over 20 years ago at Alabama State University. She has evolved but remains the same. Kind, committed and never leaving those attached to her behind. She exemplifies excellence in all that she is tasked to handle. I am honored to know her, to call her my sweet sweet Soror and pray she wills this nomination. Hats off to you Dr. Price!
Dr. Price is respected and valued by her staff and students! Deserves this honor.
It's rare when a principal can see where the pieces fit, and just as rare when they can place then there! Mrs. Price has transformed our building into somewhere we are proud to be!
The perfect person for this award!!!!
I can think of no one more fitting for the title LifeChanger of the Year than Dr. Shay Price. Deserving is an understatement because her kind of excellence is uniquely embedded into her personality, and it shows up in her daily life and interactions with others.
She became my mentor when I was fifteen years old, over fifteen years ago. She was my teacher and dance coach in Georgia. I value our relationship and how it has matured over the years knowing that personally or professionally, I have her support and love. I am not the only one by far.
I've always been in awe of how many lives she touches and how many hats she wears. Somehow, she manages to give one hundred percent of herself to her friends, family, and community all at the same time.
I've witnessed her phone ringing back-to-back while she's home with her family about putting out various fires, recommendations or advice, and even dealing with tragedy surrounding her students. She always answers the call. She is never off the clock as an ingrained and indispensable member of her community, and she meets that charge, as well as her personal battles, with unimaginable grace.
It's not just who she is now, it's who she's always been -- caring, relatable, impactful, festive, fun, encouraging, generous, phenomenally woman, exceptionally human. I love her dearly.
Dr. Price is an amazing Educator! She gives hundred percent of her heart to the students and staff of Maple Heights High School! Her leadership and support has transformed the culture and climate of our school building. She is a Life-Changer!
Dr. Price started as my mentor, but in her fashion, she became family. I met her in high school as an unmotivated sophomore with all the potential in the world, but no direction. She labored with me (yes labored because I was no easy task), & my life is forever changed due to her presence. She was the first person that noticed my gift of writing & now I’m a published author! A presence such as hers is what’s missing in so many of our children’s lives. I’m a living witness that parents can’t do it alone. Our schools need professionals that stand in the gaps that parents can’t, & she does just that. Her life’s work has inspired the work of so many others & I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this honor!
I couldn’t imagine working for a better principal. Dr. Price is the spark of Maple Heights that burns with the passion of excellence. Keep being great and inspiring all those around you.
I have the honor of being one of the mentees of Dr. Price. I met her in 2005 and my life hasn’t been the same. Dr. Price was my dance coach, educator, and mentor. She instilled values in me that I hold for a lifetime. My undaunted spirit was developed under her mentorship. The impact that she has on my life is invaluable; there is nothing I could every do to repay her. Dr. Price has always told me to “Pay it forward” and that’s what I intend to do. Upon completion of my Bachelor’s Degree in Math, I continued my education and obtained my masters & PhD in Curriculum & Instruction. I currently coach and mentor young ladies. The only way that I know to pay it forward is to give young ladies the same values that Dr. Price gave me!
Definitely deserving of this award not only a great educator but even better person.
I nominate you, Dr Shay Price.
Hats off to this amazing and wonderful lady. Through out her struggles she managed to make sunshine out of a dark place. It's a honor to know and known what you been threw....May God keep blessing you...
I met this young lady on the campus of Alabama State University. From our first encounter she has been the most genuine, kindest, and loving person. She has a heart of gold. I am beyond proud to call her my friend and soror. I pray she wins this award. She's amazing!!!
Dr Shay Price is a wonderful person that supports her family and friends. I can see why she was selected because of her love for the students and her staff. She is a great leader and making a great change in the school system. Despite her obstacles, she has never skip a beat concerning her home life and her job. God is good, may God continue to bless her in all that she does.
I think you are amazing, God bless you in your continued efforts.
Shay is a great person! She is willing to do any and everything for anyone! She strives to give her best in all that she does! This award will be a great recognition of who she is and what she stands for! I love you!
This is an awesome article on truly one of the finest people I know! Congratulations on all her accomplishments and can’t wait to see what else is in store!!
Dr. Price exudes a spirit of excellence in all that she does! She has a heart and passion for educating students and building up teachers. I am so proud of her! Keep soaring Doc!!!
Dr. Price is a true Life Changer. No matter who you are she will help. I was new to Ohio and she made me feel like I was family. Her students and staff love her. She is like a mother to everyone.
I support this nomination!
Great person, and helpful in so many ways!
She is a life changer, and is always challenging herself and her staff to be great!
Mr. Griffin could not have capture Dr. Price life any better. I have known Dr. Price for over 24 years and she has always loved Education and History. She leaves a long lasting impression on everyone she come in contact with. Her spiritual foundation and perseverance has helped her to keep going even after bring in remission for 10 years. Only to have cancer come back. There are days when she's not doing well but she push through because her students and staff need and depend on her guidance. Dr. Price has changed the loves of many people including mine. I thank God for mentoring. I cannot think of another person that's more deserving of the Lifechanger of the Year award.
Dr. Price is the real deal. She is committed to education for both herself and students. She is a dynamic woman who loves all that are in her orbit. She loves history and literature and started a wonderful book club and support group for women during the pandemic! She sees a need and makes it her mission to make it better for everyone. Dr. Price has been a life changer for many who know her!!
