Dr. Asha and Farid Virani present the award check to Kaleena Coleman, one of the two 2024 Virani Distinguished School Leader Award winners.

From left to right: Sehba Ali (CEO, KIPP Texas), Dr. Asha and Farid Virani (Founders, Virani Distinguished School Leader Award), Kaleena Coleman (Winner, Virani Distinguished School Leader Award), Rodney Coleman Jr. (Kaleena’s husband), and Tiffany Cuellar Needham (Executive Director, TFA Houston).

Dr. Asha and Farid Virani present the award check to Kaleena Coleman, one of the two 2024 Virani Distinguished School Leader Award winners.

From left to right: Sehba Ali (CEO, KIPP Texas), Dr. Asha and Farid Virani (Founders, Virani Distinguished School Leader Award), Kaleena Coleman (Winner, Virani Distinguished School Leader Award), Rodney Coleman Jr. (Kaleena’s husband), and Tiffany Cuellar Needham (Executive Director, TFA Houston).

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Celebrating Excellence in Education: The 2024 Virani Distinguished School Leader Award Honors Houston’s Exceptional Principals

In a momentous celebration of educational leadership, Dr. Asha and Farid Virani, in partnership with Teach For America Houston, proudly announce the winners of the 2024 Virani Distinguished School Leader Award. This esteemed recognition highlights the exceptional dedication and transformative impact of two remarkable school leaders in the Greater Houston area. Each winner will receive a $10,000 grant to further their efforts in driving educational excellence and equity.