Administration Team
Ronda Smith, Principal
Principal Ronda Smith is a visionary, dedicated leader with more than 17 years of service in the School District of Palm Beach County. A proud graduate of A.W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, she has remained deeply rooted in her community, committed to providing a world-class educational experience that blends academic rigor, artistic excellence, and meaningful relationships.
In 2025, Principal Smith was honored with the Florida Alliance for Arts Education School Leadership Award, a recognition that reflects both her personal journey and her unwavering belief in the power of the arts to inspire, empower, and transform lives. The arts have shaped who she is as an educator and leader, instilling in her the values of creativity, resilience, and vision.
Her passion for the arts began early, leading her to study at the prestigious Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre in New York City. Upon returning to West Palm Beach, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Palm Beach Atlantic University and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Barry University.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Smith has served in impactful roles across the district, including teaching at Bak Middle School of the Arts and Dreyfoos School of the Arts, as well as serving as Assistant Principal at both Bak and John F. Kennedy Middle School.
As Principal of Plumosa School of the Arts, Mrs. Smith has led a remarkable school-wide transformation. Within her first two years, Plumosa earned an A school rating, reflecting significant growth and achievement across all student subgroups. Under her leadership, the school was also awarded the 2025 Exceeding Expectations Award by the East Coast Technical Assistance Center (ECTAC) for its outstanding progress and success in closing achievement gaps.
In addition to driving academic success, Mrs. Smith expanded Plumosa into a thriving K–8 program. She has created a learning environment that nurtures young artists while challenging students academically through a rigorous curriculum that includes multiple high school credit opportunities. Her vision ensures that students matriculate from Plumosa both creatively inspired and academically prepared for future success.
Principal Smith’s leadership is defined by her commitment to student voice, creativity, and high expectations. Through innovation, collaboration, and unwavering support for both students and staff, she continues to shape Plumosa School of the Arts into a model of excellence in public education.
Valarie Vilmont, Assistant Principal
With a passion for education that began in 2004, Valerie Vilmont brings over two decades of experience teaching students in grades 2 through 5, with 5th grade holding a special place in her heart. Throughout her career, she has served in various roles, including ESOL Specialist—supporting teachers in meeting the needs of English Language Learners—and Math Specialist, where she worked closely with some of the most high-need elementary schools in Palm Beach County to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
Proud of her Haitian heritage, she is also a dedicated mother to a daughter, a son, and two beloved fur babies. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys traveling, finds joy and peace at the beach, and loves getting lost in a good book.
Currently, she is proud to be part of the Plumosa School community, where the students’ enthusiasm is infectious and the school’s art and academic focus make it an incredible place to lead and grow.
Christina Watson, TOSA
Christina Watson is a dedicated instructional leader currently serving on the Instructional Leadership Team at Plumosa School of the Arts, a Title I school in Delray Beach, Florida. With a proven track record of supporting school improvement-helping lead her school from a C to an A-she brings deep experience in fostering school culture, driving data-informed instruction, and building high-impact teacher collaboration.
She is known for working shoulder-to-shoulder with teachers, modeling effective practices, and building strong, trust-based relationships across her school community. This past December, Christina earned her Master's in Educational Leadership through Florida Atlantic University's ExEq Program (Cohort 6), a leadership initiative focused on equity and transformational school leadership. Through this experience, she has deepened her capacity to lead with purpose, build trust, and drive results for all learners.
Christina is energized by the belief that intentional instruction, strong relationships, and high expectations can transform student outcomes-and she brings that mindset to every role she takes on. Christina aspires to serve as an assistant principal, where she can continue to support school-wide growth, instructional excellence, and student success.
Lakeytha Murray, SSCC
A proud native of Boynton Beach, Lakeytha Murray-Adin has been a dedicated educator of 10 years, dedicated to unlocking the potential in every student. With a strong focus in math instructional strategies, she specializes in engaging all learners- regardless of background or ability- and fostering an environment where every student can thrive. Known for a proven track record of improving student outcomes, Mrs. Murray-Adin sets high expectations and supports students and teachers in exceeding them. Whether through innovative lesson planning or data-driven interventions, she consistently aims to make mathematics accessible, meaningful, and empowering for all.
Mrs. Murray-Adin’s most proud of accomplishments are being a wife and mother to three amazing children; two daughters and a son. Outside of school, she enjoys travels, poetry, cuisine, and getting lost in a great novel.
She is thrilled to be one of the newest members of the Plumosa School community, where every teacher and staff member contributes towards guiding the students in the direction of self discovery of their individual paths and future purpose through academics and performing arts.