Bayard Rustin Elementary Principal Wins Edward Shirley Award Rachel DuBois, principal of Bayard Rustin Elementary School, is the recipient of the Dr. Edward Shirley Award for Excellence in Educational Administration and Supervision for 2021. The award is presented annually by the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP) to an administrator or supervisor. The individual must demonstrate “outstanding leadership and accomplishments in purposeful leadership, instructional or systemwide leadership, human resources development, resource management, interpersonal skills, professional involvement and community and stakeholder involvement.” DuBois has worked as an educator for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) for 21 years, beginning her career as an elementary school teacher and gifted and talented coordinator.