Markevis Silver ’26MSA: ‘I Chose Education Because I Believe in its Power to Transform Lives and Communities’ | College of Education News

April 23, 2026 - 20:01

Markevis Silver, a student in the Master of School Administration program, has dedicated his career to education because he firmly believes in its ability to reshape not only individual lives but entire communities. For Silver, the classroom was never just a place to deliver lessons; it was a space where futures could be rewritten. However, after years of teaching, he recognized that his influence could extend far beyond the four walls of his own classroom. This realization led him to pursue a path toward school leadership.

Silver’s decision to enroll in the Master of School Administration program was driven by a desire to create systemic change. He saw that while teachers have a profound impact on their students, school leaders have the unique opportunity to shape the culture, policies, and vision that affect every child in the building. By stepping into a leadership role, Silver aims to foster environments where both educators and students can thrive. His journey underscores a deep commitment to equity and excellence, believing that strong leadership is the key to unlocking a school’s full potential. For Silver, education remains the most powerful tool for building a better, more just society, one classroom—and now one school—at a time.