Dr. Hines currently serves as the Instructional Superintendent for Professional Development and Educator Effectiveness within Birmingham City Schools. Her career, which began in 1985, includes a tenure as principal at George Washington Carver High School and over 15 years of private consulting. Beyond her administrative work, she serves as an adjunct faculty member at Samford University, where she mentors doctoral students in educational methodology.
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Dr. Evelyn Nettles Hines Named Pinnacle Professional of the Year
With over three decades of experience reshaping K-12 education, Dr. Evelyn Nettles Hines has been named a 2026 Pinnacle Professional of the Year by The Inner Circle. The recognition highlights her long-standing commitment to instructional leadership and her integration of emerging technologies into modern classroom environments.
Her pedagogical approach emphasizes data-driven decision-making and the practical application of artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT to improve student outcomes. These efforts are detailed in her recent book, Leading When It's Hard: Leading Schools to Success in Challenging Communities, published in April 2026. Throughout her career, she has received accolades including the 2013 National Blue Ribbon School Principal Award. As she prepares to retire from her district role at the end of this year, Dr. Hines intends to transition into full-time consulting, focusing specifically on leadership development and the implementation of AI strategies for school districts.
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