Herschel Carter II, a proud graduate of Grambling State University with a Bachelor of Science and Southern Methodist University with a Master of Education in Educational Leadership, currently serves as the inspirational principal of Thomas C. Marsh Preparatory Academy and boasts a remarkable fourteen-year tenure with Dallas ISD. An accomplished alum of Executive Ed Teams cohort 2, Teaching Trust Ed Fellows cohort 3, and the Teaching Trust Aspiring Leadership Program. His outstanding leadership was further recognized in 2024 when he was named the Dallas ISD Region III Principal of the Year.

Fueled by the belief that every student can achieve greatness with the right support and high expectations, Carter is devoted to inspiring and motivating students to unlock their full potential. As a visionary school leader, he passionately shapes the path for future scholars, envisioning a generation ignited with the drive to achieve their potential. His mission is to create a learning environment that is as innovative and exciting as the world around us, ensuring students are not just prepared for, but excited about the challenges ahead.