Steward Stiles III, a proud native of St. Louis, holds a B.A. in Education from Webster University and a Master of Education from Grand Canyon University. His commitment to educational excellence has garnered recognition, including the Visionary and Educational Excellence Award from the African American Male Initiative at St. Louis Community College. Professionally, Steward has dedicated eight years to public education, with two years at St. Louis Public Schools and six years in the charter school sector. Notably, he served as the founding music teacher for KIPP Victory Academy and founding student recruitment lead for KIPP St. Louis on a regional level. Currently, Steward serves as the Associate Director of Student Recruitment and Family Partnership for St. Louis Voices Academy of Media Arts. His contributions extend beyond his immediate community, as he collaborates with organizations like The Opportunity Trust and The Charter School Growth Fund, sharing insights and expertise with school leaders nationwide. In addition to his professional endeavors, Steward is deeply involved in sacred pursuits. He serves as a youth pastor at his local church and holds the role of president of the Midwestern District Council Pentecostal Young People’s Union, overseeing youth ministries in Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois. He is also a proud graduate of the FOCUS St. Louis Emerging Leaders program.
