Roland Park Elementary / Middle School

Brandon Pinkney is a Principal within the Baltimore City Public School System, currently serving at Roland Park Elementary/Middle School. With eight years of experience as a principal and eighteen years overall as an educator, Brandon has a robust background in education. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Morgan State University in 2006. In 2010, he received a Master of Arts degree in Reading Specialization from Loyola University of Maryland. By 2012, Brandon had obtained a certificate in Education Administration and entered the Ed.D. program at Morgan State University, where he is pursuing a degree in Urban Educational Leadership as a dissertation candidate.

Specializing in transformational leadership, Brandon is dedicated to leading schools in urban districts through data-driven and highly effective instructional practices. His goal is to significantly impact student outcomes, both academic and social-emotional, with a strong emphasis on family and community engagement. Recognized as an influential force in the field of education, Brandon uses his positive attitude, servant leadership, and tireless energy to inspire others to work hard and achieve success. He was honored as a 2023 Heart of the School Winner, a 2020 Heart of the School Honoree, and a 2016 Morgan State University Distinguished Alumni, among other accolades and recognitions.