Nearly three years ago, I started a doctorate in education program at the University of West Georgia.  Today, I am happy to share all coursework and dissertation requirements are finished and as a result, I recently walked across the stage!

(Dissertation chair, Matt Varga, and me before commencement)

Although participating in the ceremony is optional, it provided a sense of closure and personal accomplishment for me.

What is next?

1. Business as usual as a district administrator.
2. Teaching a weekend curriculum course for aspiring school administrators this summer.
3. Continue working with my chair to publish portions of my dissertation research in one or more peer-reviewed journals.

Previous doctoral program updates:

• 30 month update
• 24 month update
• 18 month update
• 12 month update
• A new academic journey