Email Portia Lake
770-651-2015

Portia Lake is the Executive Director of Communications for the Douglas County School System. She is an award-winning journalist and accredited public relations professional with extensive experience in media relations, crisis communications, photography, and videography. She graduated from Louisiana State University and did post-graduate coursework at Tulane University. A former television news anchor, producer, and radio reporter, Portia now loves sharing school success stories.  

She is proud to represent a school system that embodies the relentless pursuit of excellence and is excited to share student stories every day.

Portia is a married mom of twin boys thriving and succeeding in Douglas County Schools. She is active professionally and in the community. Portia serves as a United Way Douglas Board Member and is a member of the Kiwanis Club and Leadership Douglas Class of 2022. Professionally, she is a member of the Georgia School Public Relations Association, National School Public Relations Association, and the Public Relations Society America.
She enjoys being a soccer mom, reading classical literature, studying historical speeches, and cheering for the LSU Tigers.

Email Tracee Guilford
770-651-2112

Tracee Guilford joined the DCSS communications family in June 2023. She began her professional career in television news, serving as a local news anchor, reporter, and journalist. The Chattanooga native later transitioned into community relations management, acquiring extensive experience in marketing, community outreach, public speaking, and fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders. 

Guilford completed her Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications at the University of West Georgia and furthered her education by earning an MBA in leadership from Walden University. With their two children, she and her husband have made Douglas County home for 18 years, finding enjoyment participating in sporting events. 

Professionally, she is a member of the Georgia Public Relations Association, the National Speakers Association, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

Email Anne Principe
770-651-2036

Anne joined the DCSS communications team in September 2019, and has settled into a new home in Douglasville. She has lived in Atlanta and the metro area for almost 30 years while establishing a career in newspaper production, graphic design, copywriting, marketing, and, most recently, school public relations.  A native of Savannah, Anne studied at the Savannah College of Art and Design before transferring to the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.  Anne has two children who are now young adults enjoying their post-secondary pursuits.

Email Ron Daniel
770-651-2124

Ron Daniel is a veteran writer, photographer and website and social media manager. He is a Douglas County native and graduated from Alexander High School. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Georgia State University. Prior to joining the DCSS communications team, Ron worked for two decades in community journalism where he won more than two dozen awards for his writing and photography. He and his wife have three children and enjoy traveling and hiking.