About the Author Dr. Constance Clark-Snead is a lifelong educator, trailblazing administrator, and nationally recognized leader. From her beginnings as a sixth-grade teacher in Washington, D.C., to her 13-year tenure as Superintendent of Schools in Westbury, New York, she has dedicated her life to equity, excellence, and empowering others. She led Smothers Elementary to National Blue Ribbon School recognition, pioneered technology and aerospace partnerships for her district, and built global connections in England, Ghana, Russia, and China. Honored by the U.S. Department of Education and the American Association of School Superintendents, Dr. Snead is also celebrated as a mentor who has lifted generations of students, educators, and women leaders. Her legacy is simple and powerful: she kept the fire burning so others could rise. About The Book The Superintendent Who Wore Grace as Armor is a powerful and deeply human story of faith, resilience, and leadership. Through the remarkable journey of Constance Snead, this book explores what it means to lead with conviction and compassion in a world that often tests both. From her early struggles to her rise as a respected superintendent, Constance’s story is one of perseverance, purpose, and unshakable grace. With honesty and heart, she reflects on lessons learned, battles fought, and the quiet strength that comes from wearing grace as one’s greatest protection. This is not just a story of success, it is a celebration of courage, service, and the enduring power of faith in action.