MUSD Alumni Profile: Stacey Boyd, MHS Class of 1987
Building character through competition, specifically in the Milpitas Elementary Olympics (MEO) and on the football gridiron, 1987 Milpitas High School alumnus Stacey Boyd grew into an education leader of today.
As the Superintendent of Maricopa County Community College High School District, Boyd’s leadership position “not only provides me the privilege to oversee the day-to-day operations of our school district, but allows me the provisions to influence change, inspire teachers, and serve my community.”
The now 54-year-old professional educator, who owns a Bachelor’s degree in Cultural Studies, a Master’s of Education in Curriculum & Instruction, and working toward his Doctorate in Education (2025), attended Spangler Elementary, Thomas Russell Middle School and then MHS. Beginning in elementary school, the aspiring track star blossomed in the athletic forum.
“The MEO’s provided the platform to showcase my talents in the area of track and field, which was definitely more natural than studying for those weekly Spangler spelling tests,” Boyd shared. “Each year was a new opportunity to compete against my nemesis, Sidney Crummie, the Zanker speedster. What fond memories! Though we were extremely competitive, we created a bond that lasted for years.”
When he reached MHS, Boyd found even more drive and inspiration from math teacher and football coach Kelly King, who continues in those capacities today at MHS. As he continued to work on his craft, Boyd, a MHS Athlete of the Year and Leo B. Murphy Award recipient, became a more well-rounded student-athlete.
“Coach Kelly inspired me to do my best in the classroom and on the field. He was a mentor who taught me the value of hard work,” Boyd recalled. “He took the time to explain the importance of math in its practical sense and how it applied to real world scenarios. He helped me acquire my first job, which taught me to be organized, accountable and timely. The skills I currently use daily.”
Today, Boyd’s two sons, Stacey Boyd II and Shayden Boyd, are making their own marks in track and field. Stacey Boyd II is a college senior and 2018 High School Track & Field State Champion in the 100m and 200m. Shayden Boyd is currently a 5th grader and is the Arizona State Track and Field Record Holder in the 200m, 400m and 800m in his age group. He is currently ranked #2 in the country!
As for some words of wisdom for the younger MUSD generations, Boyd shared this quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Life Is A Journey, Not A Destination.”