Carolyn Russ Francis – NAACP Gadsden County Branch 5149

Carolyn Russ Francis' Bio

1st Vice President & Executive Committee

Carolyn Russ Francis is a dedicated educator, community leader, and advocate with 37 years of experience in the field of education. She holds degrees in Elementary Education and Educational Administration and is certified in Elementary Education, Reading Endorsement, and Educational Leadership. After retiring in 2023, she returned to education in 2024.

Beyond her professional life, Carolyn is an active member of her church, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She also serves as the First Vice President of the Gadsden County Branch #5149 NAACP and previously as a Councilwoman for the City of Midway, FL.

Carolyn is a mother of three sons and grandmother of two grandchildren. She is guided by her faith and a personal motto reflecting integrity, perseverance, and compassion. Carolyn is known for her kind character, and she enjoys cooking, baking, traveling, and serving others.

Carolyn Russ Francis is a devoted educator, community leader, and servant-hearted advocate whose life reflects her unwavering commitment to excellence, faith, and service. Known for her compassion and dedication, she has become a respected voice in both educational and civic spaces.

A proud graduate of James A. Shanks High School, Class of 1981, Carolyn continued her education at Nova Southeastern University, earning a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education. She later obtained a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Grand Canyon University. She currently holds professional certifications in Elementary Education (Grades 1–6), Reading Endorsement, and Educational Leadership (All Levels).

Carolyn’s career as an educator spans 37 years. Though she retired in 2023, her passion for teaching and leadership called her back into the field in 2024. Throughout her career, she has been instrumental in advancing literacy and academic achievement, mentoring teachers, and ensuring that children are equipped with the tools to succeed.

Beyond her professional work, Carolyn is deeply rooted in her faith and community. She is a dedicated member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Quincy, FL, where she serves faithfully in ministry and fellowship. She is also a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Tau Zeta Quincy Chapter, which she joined in December 2019, continuing her legacy of sisterhood, scholarship, service, and finer womanhood.

In addition, Carolyn proudly serves as the First Vice President of the Gadsden County Branch #5149. She also served as Councilwoman for the City of Midway, FL.

NAACP, where she actively supports initiatives that strengthen civic engagement, social justice, and community advancement.

Carolyn is the proud mother of three sons and the loving grandmother of two grandchildren, who remain her greatest joys and inspirations.

Guided by her faith, Carolyn lives by the belief that “To God be the Glory for the Things He Has Done.” Her personal motto reflects her values of integrity, perseverance, and compassion. She is proud to be recognized not only for her professional achievements but also for her character as a kindhearted, Christian woman who enjoys cooking, baking, traveling, and extending love through acts of service.

Carolyn Russ Francis embodies the spirit of servant leadership—uplifting others, inspiring growth, and leaving a lasting impact on everyone she encounters.