2025 DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN AWARDEES 87TH GRAND CHAPTER MEETING
Dr. Quintin Boyce Associate Vice President of Outreach with Educational Outreach and Student Services, Arizona State University
D r. Boyce is the Associ- ate Vice President of Outreach with Educa- tional Outreach and Student Services at Arizona State University (ASU), leading K-12 school partnerships. Originally from Chicago, IL, he has been deeply commit- ted to the field of education since 2002. Quintin pur- sued his academic journey at Arizona State University, achieving a Bachelor’s degree in 2001, followed by a Master’s degree in Secondary Education in 2004, and culminating with his Doctorate in 2012. With a passion for teaching, Dr. Boyce began his career in 2005 as an educator in the Phoenix Union High School District, where he inspired and educated students at South
Mountain High School and Bioscience High School in subjects such as biology, AP biology, chemistry, biotech- nology, and forensics. In addition to serving in the K-12, he has over a decade of teaching experience in higher education at multi- ple universities where he continues to teach science and educational leadership courses. His remarkable teaching abilities garnered recognition on both local and national platforms, earning him the distinction of an exemplar educator. Driven to make a broader impact, Quintin transitioned from the classroom to school level administration in 2012, assuming the role of Principal at Bioscience High School and later at Camel- back High School, where
his leadership continued to flourish. Alongside his administrative duties, he served as a mentor to aspir- ing leaders, offering valuable guidance and support, and presented nationwide on the fundamental aspects of successful school leadership. In his pursuit of educational excellence, Dr. Boyce took on the pivotal district-level position of Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at Phoenix Union High School District. In 2019, Dr. Quintin Boyce joined the Roosevelt School District’s Executive
Leadership Team, ini- tially as the interim Chief Administrative Officer, eventually ascending to the position of Superintendent. Demonstrating unwav- ering dedication to the advancement of education, he now spearheads crucial K-12 school partnerships at Arizona State University, while also contributing to various boards and holding esteemed fellowships in state and national leader- ship organizations. Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Boyce finds fulfillment in his family life, cherishing moments with his spouse and being a proud father to three daugh- ters and a son. Additionally, he remains actively engaged in his community and enjoys participating in recreational sports. ♦
The Distinguished Citizen Award The Kappa Alpha Psi® Distinguished Citizen Award, established in 1980, recognizes non-member individuals who exemplify the Fraternity’s values of achievement and service, especially those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and performed dedicated and impactful contributions to their communities and professions in the cities where the Fraternity’s Grand Chapter Meeting is held. Presentation of the award occurs biennially during the Fraternity’s Grand Chapter Awards Program (Public Meeting on Tuesday, July 1, 2025).
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