About Us

Dear 75th Street Early Education Family:

I am honored to introduce myself. My name is Dr. La Royce Murphy, and I am the proud principal of the amazing 75th Street Early Education Center. I have been in the field of education for over 23 years. I began my career as a classroom aide and continued as an elementary school teacher, literacy coach, program coordinator, assistant principal, and currently principal for over 7 years. I have a Bachelors Degree in American Studies, a Masters Degree in Education, a Masters Degree in Educational Administration, and a Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership specializing in Teacher Education. I hold a Preschool, Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and an Administrative Services Credential. Additionally, I hold an Education Specialist Degree in Early Childhood Education.