Young Men's and Women's Leadership Academy

Email Mr. Mungin.

Welcome! I’m Leon Mungin, the proud principal of the Leadership Academy. A native of Jacksonville, I grew up here and graduated from Raines High School. I began my professional journey serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, and afterward dedicated myself to education. Over the past 22 years I’ve been a science teacher, a DCPS supervisor, an assistant principal, and, for the last five years, principal.

If you build it, they will come. With high expectations, top-notch educators, and the best students on the north side, our Falcons will soar to destinations all over the world. I believe hard work and determination empower you to choose to fly.

Email Ms. Knight

Greetings Falcons, I am Ruth J. Knight, a native of Jacksonville, FL and a product of Duval County Public Schools, graduating from Andrew Jackson Senior High School. I earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Bethune Cookman College (now University) and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Columbia University. Prior to education, I was an auditor with the Jacksonville Housing Authority, and I transitioned into education through the University of Florida’s Lastinger Program. My educational journey began at Long Branch Elementary in 2008, where I taught 4th grade Math and Science for three years. For the past 18 years, I have served as a school-based Science Coach, District Science Specialist, and Project CRISS Specialist. I believe students learn best when the teacher sets the tone of a motivated and exciting learning environment. My goal is to create an environment where students see the importance of learning and how it is used in everyday life, by actively engaging and taking ownership of the learning process. Remember, “your purpose is greater than your challenge!”