Dr. Vincent
Maurice Miller
Educator • Leader • Community Builder
"Welcome. I’m Dr. Vincent Miller II — an educator, leader, and community builder with a passion for transforming schools, empowering students, and strengthening communities. As Polk County Teacher of the Year, a nonprofit founder, and Director of Middle School, I’ve dedicated my career to building cultures of excellence, equity, and belonging."
Who I Am?
Dr. Vincent M. Miller II is a lifelong educator and community leader from Polk County, Florida. With more than 15 years of experience in teaching, administration, higher education, and nonprofit leadership, he has consistently driven academic success and cultural transformation.
“I believe every child deserves to be seen, challenged, and supported — and that schools must be beacons of both excellence and equity.”
Current Role: Director of Middle School, Community Day School (Sarasota, FL)
Nonprofit Leadership: Founder & Executive Director of StepN2OurLane (Filling The Lane), a 501(c)(3) empowering at-risk youth through academics, athletics, and the arts
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP
My philosophy of education begins with the conviction that every child deserves to be seen, challenged, and supported. Education is not solely the transfer of knowledge but the shaping of lives — cultivating critical thinking, curiosity, resilience, and character.
I believe leadership is both educational and cultural. As an educator, I commit to high expectations, data-informed instruction, and innovative programs that expand opportunity for all students. As a leader, I focus on trust, culture, and belonging for students, teachers, and families.
"At the core of my leadership is a guiding question: How do we help every child see their worth and realize their potential?"
EXPERIENCE & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Professional Background
Leadership Roles:
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Director of Middle School, Community Day School (2023–Present)
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Oversee $1.5M budget, scheduling, and PBL programs
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Build pathways for academic and teacher success
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Assistant Head of School, Academy Prep Center of Lakeland (2021–2023)
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Partnered with the board to implement the strategic vision
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Dean of Students, Lake Alfred Middle School (2016–2018)
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Reduced suspensions by 60%, in-school suspensions by 45%
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Secondary Math Instructor, Winter Haven High School (2018–2021)
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Behavior & academic incentive program → 99% reduction in incidents, 50% learning gains
Higher Education
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Instructor of Record – Southeastern University (2017–Present)
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Instructor of Record – Warner University (2019–Present)
Nonprofit Leadership
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StepN2OurLane (Filling The Lane) (2016–Present) – Mentoring, scholarships, grants, partnerships
EDUCATION
Academic Achievements
Doctor of Education Leadership - Lynn University
Master of Business Administration - Webster University
Bachelor of Science - University of South Florida
PUBLICATION & MEDIA
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Marketing Excellence Award21st Century Education Through the Lens of COVID-19 (2020)
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Black Wealth, Where Have You Gone?: Wealth Inequality – Race & Inheritance (2021)
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Media features on Filling The Lane and Voices
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Media gallery: PD workshops, school leadership, Voices concerts, community programs
Dr. Vincent Miller
Filling The Lane Founder
Filling The Lane Founder
Polk State Grad 2024
PCPS 2020 Teacher of the Year
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
StepN2OurLane (Filling The Lane)
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Mentoring, academics, athletics
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SAT/ACT prep, tutoring, scholarships
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Voices: annual Black history arts showcase
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COVID-19 service: meals for hospitals & families
Impact
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Hundreds of youth are served annually
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100% graduation rate among participants
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College & career placement support
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
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2020 Polk County Teacher of the Year - read more here
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Honored by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2021 as a Top Leader, Congressional Record
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Named one of Central Florida’s Top Black Leaders
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Recognized for leadership in education, community service, and nonprofit innovation
Contact
📧 Email: V.Miller@StepN2OurLane.com
📞 Phone: (863) 266-7574
📍 Sarasota, FL | Polk County roots
