JOB WELL DONE!
Judy Stover, Ed.D. in Educational Administration & Supervision, is the winner of a $10,000 international doctoral scholarship awarded by Delta Kappa Gamma. She also received a $4,000 award from the state chapter of the organization. She will write an article for publication and present her research at the organization's international convention next year.
Between 2011-2013, 27 doctoral students graduated with their Doctor of Education degrees in Educational Administration and Supervision. Congratulations to our graduates ~ we are proud of you!
The Program in Educational Leadership for school administrators is designed to improve the quality of K-12 schools
by preparing leaders who are dedicated to educational excellence and equity. Graduates are expected to use leadership strategies that will improve student performance in environments that are dynamic, interactive, and culturally diverse.
Mission
The program offers the Doctor of Education degree (Ed.D.) leading to Superintendent's Licensure and the Master of School Administration (MSA) leading to principalship licensure. Licensure is controlled by the state, and it is the student's responsibility to understand and comply with the state's requirements. The Educational Leadership programs seek to prepare highly trained leaders who can
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Provide sound instructional leadership at all levels |
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Use qualitative and quantitative data as a basis for school improvement |
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Employ ethical and professional practices |
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Administer fiscal, curricular, and personnel resources effectively |
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Exhibit strong written and oral communications skills |
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Participate effectively in educational politics, policy analysis, and development |
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Analyze school problems critically and strategically |
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Demonstrate effective leadership at the school and district level |
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Administer schools in a legally and ethically defensible manner |
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Demonstrate competence in administration |
