Academy Faculty
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Dr. Eric Mackey
Alabama State Superintendent of Education 
“Alabama is at a critical juncture in public education. The expectations of our students and teachers are higher than ever. Highly effective leaders must guide the way through these challenging times. I am encouraged by the continued success of the University of Alabama Superintendents’ Academy in preparing our future leaders.” –State Superintendent of Education Eric Mackey
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Ms. Stevie Ash
AlaPT3 “State Technology Standards and Course of Study” May, 2003 “Evaluation of Technology Instruction” May, 2003 Dr. Connie Bain Technology Director, Vestavia Hills City Schools “Technology in Our Schools” June, 2011 Dr. C. C. Baker School Board Consultant “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2010 Ms. Katrine Balch Director of Education, U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Huntsville, Alabama “Extending the Curriculum Beyond the Classroom” June, 2005 Ms. Dorothy Ball Financial Consultant, “Alabama School Finance – 2007: A Practical Approach” September, 2006 Dr. Rebecca Ballard Director of College Relations/Capstone Society Coordinator, The University of Alabama “Visual Imaging and Photography for the School Leader” May, 2006 Dr. Martha Barber ARI Regional Principal Coach, Alabama State Department of Education “The Impact of Race and Poverty on our Educational System” September, 2006 “Writing/Reading and Embedded Staff Development” June, 2003 Dr. Angela Benson Associate Professor, The University of Alabama “Technology Problems and Solutions in K-12 Edudation” June, 2011 “Board Policy Matters” June, 2010 “Board Policy Matters” September, 2009 Dr. Steve Benson Principal, Tuscaloosa County High School “Administration and Technology: A Principal’s Perspective” June, 2004 Dr. Carmalita Bevins “What Special Education Personnel Need Their Superintendents to Know: A Basic Guide for the Visionary Leader – Best Practices for Implementation” March, 2003 Ms. LuAnn Bird Director of Board Development, The Alabama Association of School Boards “Building Strong Governance Teams” September, 2009 Dr. Harold Bishop (deceased) Professor, The University of Alabama “Vision, Strategic Planning, and Dealing with the Future” July, 2005 “Communications and School Board Policy: A Guide to District Governance” October, 2004 “School Board Policy and Technology” June, 2004 “Communications and School Board Policy” October, 2003 “Change Models and Methods: Empowering Community Groups” March, 2003 “Strategic Planning for Change” March, 2003 “Policies as a Tool of Communication – The Development Process” October, 2002 Dr. Jamie Blair Superintendent, Vestavia Hills City Schools “Strategic Planning: The Superintendent’s Point of View” September, 2010 “Strategic Planning for School Achievement” September, 2009 “Strategic Planning for School Achievement” September, 2008 “Strategic Planning for School Achievement” September, 2007 “Strategic Planning for School Achievement” September, 2006 “What it Takes to Become a Successful Superintendent” August, 2005 “Communications and School Board Policy: A Guide to District Governance” October, 2004 “Board Policies Relative to Curriculum” June, 2003 “Implementing the Strategic Plan” March, 2003 Ms. Stephanie Brooks Marketing Coordinator, Royal American Hospitality, Panama City, FL “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Dr. Daniel Boyd Assistant Superintendent, Lowndes County Schools “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 Panel Discussion: “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: Anticipating the First Year Experiences, and Implementing Your Vision” September, 2006 “Communicating the Instructional Program” October, 2003 Mr. Roy E. Brewer President, Capstone Development International “The Communication Model: Selecting the Right Communication Method” July, 2008 Dr. Frank Buck Dr. Frank Buck, Curriculum and Special Education Supervisor Author of Get Organized: Time Management for School Leaders “Get Organized, Leadership by Example” August, 2008 Dr. Marcia Burke Educational Consultant, Burke Education “School Board Policy: A Superintendent’s View” September, 2010 “Approaches to Instructional Leadership for the School Superintendent” May, 2010 “Curriculum and Instructional Leadership for the School Superintendent” May, 2009 “Curriculum and Instructional Leadership for the School Superintendent” June, 2008 “Developing a Vision for Improving School Achievement” September, 2006 “Aligning the Curriculum with Tests and Standards” June, 2005 “Disaggregation and Analyzing Test Data” June, 2005 “Diagnostic and Prescriptive Instruction” June, 2005 “Communicating the Instructional Program” October, 2004 “Instructional Resources and Assessment” February, 2004 “Curriculum and Instructional Leadership Group Activity” February, 2004 “Communicating the Instructional Program” October, 2003 Mr. Jeff Cameron President, Brainchild “Mobile Learning for Data-Driven, Standards-based Instruction Dr. Deron Cameron Principal, University Place Elementary, Tuscaloosa City Schools “A Conversation: Technology for Professional Development” September, 2009 Dr. Kim Sydow Campbell Associate Professor of Marketing and Management, The University of Alabama “Thinking and Interacting Like a Leader: The TILL System for Effective Interpersoanl Communication” August 2006 Ms. Burns Carnes Technology Coordinator, Tuscaloosa City Schools “An Innovative Approach to Technology and Communications at the School Level” July, 2005 Dr. Barry Carroll Superintendent, Limestone County Schools “Using the Results of Student Assessment to Design Intervention Measures” February, 2004 Dr. Henry Clark Superintendent, Madison City Schools “The Superintendent and Curriculum” June, 2003 “Board Policies Relative to Curriculum” June, 2003 “Ethical and Social Challenges, and Organizing the District for Effective Change” March, 2003 Dr. Bill Cleveland Superintendent, Homewood City Schools “Straight Talk About the Superintendency” September, 2010 Dr. Jane Cobia Superintendent, Sylacauga City Schools “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 Panel Discussion: “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: Anticipating the First Year Experiences, and Implementing Your Vision” September, 2006 “Anticipating the First Year Experiences: Insights and Implementing Your Vision” August, 2005 “The First Days on the Job” August, 2004 Mr. Patrick R. Conner, CPA Chief School Finance Officer, Tuscaloosa County Schools President, Alabama Association of School Business Officials “Budgeting and Financial Reporting” May, 2011 “Financial Reporting” April, 2010 “Finance for the School Superintendent” April, 2009 “Audits and Findings for the School Superintendent” May, 2008 “Financial Reporting and the Alabama Chief School Financial Officer” March, 2007 “Technology Infrastructure and Finance” July, 2005 “Recent Developments in School System Software” June, 2004 “Role of the School Business Officer” April, 2004 “Common Obstacles to School Accountability: A Review of Audit Findings” April, 2004 “Financial Accounting” April, 2004 “Basic Accounting for Superintendents” April, 2004 “The Budget Process and the Chief School Financial Officer” February, 2004 Dr. Jorge Correa Assistant Professor, Berry College “The Hispanic Experience in Alabama: Future Issues/Needs” August, 2004 Dr. John William Covington Superintendent, Lowndes County Schools “Hiring a Technology Coordinator” May, 2003 “Implementing the Strategic Plan” March, 2003 Dr. John William Covington Superintendent, Lowndes County Schools “Hiring a Technology Coordinator” May, 2003 “Implementing the Strategic Plan” March, 2003 Dr. David Dagley, Esquire Professor, The University of Alabama “School Law for the Superintendent” March, 2010 “School Law for the Superintendent” February, 2009 “School Law for the Superintendent” April, 2008 “School Law for the Superintendent” February, 2007 “School Law for the Superintendent” May, 2006 “Board Meeting Management: Agendas, Policy, Alabama Open Meetings Act, and Role of the School Board Attorney” August, 2005 “School Law for the Superintendent” April, 2005 “School Law for the Superintendent” December, 2003 “School Law for the Superintendent” December, 2002 “Policies as a Tool of Communication – Legal Perspectives” October, 2002 Dr. Mike Daria Executive Director of Personnel, Tuscaloosa City Schools “Data Integration and Decision Making” June, 2010 “A Conversation: Technology for Professional Development” September, 2009 Mr. David Davis President, DavisDenny Advertising & Related Services, Inc., Birmingham, AL “Crisis Communications for School Officials” October, 2003 Dr. Karen T. DeLano Assistant Superintendent, Vestavia Hills City Schools “Strategic Planning: The Superintendent’s Point of View” September, 2010 “Strategic Planning for School Achievement” September, 2009 “Strategic Planning for School Achievement” September, 2008 Dr. John Dolly Dean, College of Education, The University of Alabama “Communications and the Superintendent” October, 2002 Ms. Mary Nell Driggers Financial Consultant, Alabama State Department of Education “Alabama School Finance – 2011: A Practical Approach” May, 2011 “Alabama School Finance – 2010: A Practical Approach” April, 2010 “Alabama School Finance – 2009: A Practical Approach” April, 2009 “Alabama School Finance – 2008: A Practical Approach” May, 2008 “Alabama School Finance – 2007: A Practical Approach” September, 2007 “The Foundation Program: A Practical Review” May, 2004 “Accountability, Audits, and the Alabama Bid Law” May, 2004 “The Foundation Program: A Practical Review, Audits and Accountability” February, 2004 Ms. Emily Edgar Assistant Superintendent, Opp City Schools “Improving Instruction, Opp City Schools’ Approach” May, 2010 Mr. Mitch Edwards Senior Vice President, Highground Solutions “Building Trust Through Rapid Notifications” June, 2011 “Building Trust Through Rapid Notifications” June, 2010 Dr. Cindy Elsberry Superintendent, Talladega County Schools “The First Days on the Job” August, 2004 Honorable John H. England, Jr., Circuit Court Judge, 6th Judicial Circuit, Tuscaloosa, AL “Opening Address” April, 2008 Dr. Nirmala Ervelles Associate Professor, The University of Alabama “Diversity, Community, and Leadership” September, 2007 “Foundations of a Diverse Society: Alabama Schools – Past, Present and Future” March, 2003 Dr. Nathan L. Essex Professor, University of Memphis “Issues in School Law” March, 2010 Dr. Sammy Felton Superintendent, Anniston City Schools “Current Communication Issues” October, 2002 “The Real World: Communication in a Culture of Policies, Politics, Processes, and Power” October, 2002 Mr. Daniel J. Forturne Assistant United States Attorney, Northern District of Alabama “Bullying: Beyond the Playground” June, 2011 Dr. Linda Felton-Smith Superintendent, Troy City Schools “Using the Results of Student Assessment to Design Intervention Measures” June, 2005 “Using the Results of Student Assessment to Design Intervention Measures” February, 2004 Mr. Shelton Foss, Esquire Johnston, Barton, Powell & Proctor, LLC “Public Records – Open Records” November, 2003 Dr. Wayne Flynt, Professor Emeritus, Department of History, Auburn University “Tradition and Pluralism in Alabama” September, 2010 “Tradition and Pluralism in Alabama” September, 2009 Dr. John Freeman, Co-Founder Director 2002 – 2005 Lecturer – School Improvement and Financial Management Dr. Susanne Freeman Superintendent, Trussville Public Schools “The Role of the Superintendent in Professional Development” June, 2005 Ms. Jennifer Fritschi AlaPT3 Trainer & MarcoPolo State Administrator “Assistive Technology in P-12 Schools: What Administrators Need to Know” June, 2004 “The Digital Divide and Professional Development” May, 2003 Ms. Amy E. Gallimore, Esquire Whatley Drake, LLC Moderator, “Communications for the School Superintendent” July, 2011 “Your Professional Image, Writing the ‘Bio’ and Media Tips for the School Official” July, 2008 “The Executive Bio: What, Why, and Making a Positive First Impression” August, 2007 “The Executive Bio: What, Why, and Making a Positive First Impression” June, 2006 “The Public Information Officer” October, 2004 “The Public Information Officer” October,2003 “Communications for the School Superintendent” October, 2003 Dr. J. Elizabeth Gibbs Instructional Technology Consultant “School Technology Leaders: Web Leaders” June, 2004 “Online Professional Development for Teachers” June, 2004 “Technology on a Shoestring Budget” June, 2004 Mr. Edmundo Gonzalez Vice President, Marketing/Product Development, Software Technoloiges, Inc. “STI and the Alabama Information System Initiative” July, 2005 Dr. Jeff Goodwin Superintendent, Oxford City Schools “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 Panel Discussion: “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: Anticipating the First Year Experiences, and Implementing Your Vision” September, 2006 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek Office and How To Do It” August, 2005 Mr. Jim Harris Alabama State Department of Education “E-rate: An Overview and the Application Process” May, 2003 Dr. Jan Harris Superintendent, Cullman City Schools “Make it a Great Day – Studies from The Principal’s Office” July, 2011 “Make it a Great Day – Studies from The Principal’s Office” July, 2010 “Technology for Today’s Leader” September, 2009 “One to One Initiative, Our Story” August, 2008 “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek Office and How To Do It” August, 2005 Dr. Ira Harvey Financial Consultant “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” May, 2011 “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” April, 2010 “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” April, 2009 “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” March, 2008 “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” March, 2007 “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” August, 2006 “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” February, 2005 “Educational Finance for the School Superintendent” April, 2004 “School Finance for the Superintendent” February, 2003 Dr. Stephen Hecker Project Coordinator, Michigan Intel ® Teach to Its Future “Intel ® Teach to the Future Leadership Forum” June, 2006 Dr. Leon Hobbs Superintendent, Dothan City Schools “Negotiating the Contract: Recognizing Value” August, 2005 “The New Professional Development Technology Standards for K-12″ July, 2005 Dr. Deborah Horn Superintendent, Bessemer City Schools “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 Panel Discussion: “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: Anticipating the First Year Experiences, and Implementing Your Vision” September, 2006 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek Office and How To Do It” August, 2005 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek the Job” August, 2004 Dr. Nancy Horton Superintendent, Cullman County Schools “Anticipating the First Year Experiences: Insights and Implementing Your Vision” August, 2005 “Understanding the Elected Superintendency” August, 2004 Lieutenant Bill Hough Alabama Bureau of Investigation, Cyber-Crime Unit “Cyberbullying, Social Networking, and Internet Crimes” June, 2010 Ms. Laura Howe Senior Director of Public Affairs, American National Red Cross “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Ms. Sally Howell, J.D., Executive Director, The Alabama Association of School Boards “Building Strong Governance Teams” September, 2009 Dr. James Irby, Esquire Potts & Young “Negotiating the Contract and Closing the ‘Deal’” August, 2004 “Legal Roles and Duties of Alabama Superintendents” October, 2002 “The Real World: Communication in a Culture of Policies, Politics, Processes, and Power” October, 2002 Mr. Feagin Johnson Assistant Superintendent, Alabama Schools “The History and Future of the Superintendents’ Academy” October, 2002 Mr. Doug Jones, Esquire Haskell Slaughter Young & Rediker, LLC “The Struggle for Civil Rights: The Effect on Today’s Community” September, 2010 “The Struggle for Civil Rights: The Effect on Today’s Community” September, 2009 “The Struggle for Civil Rights: The Effect on Today’s Community” September, 2008 “The Struggle for Civil Rights: The Effect on Today’s Community” September, 2007 What Journalists and the Public Expect from a Public Leader – Accessibility and Integrity” October, 2004 “What Journalists and the Public Expect from a Public Leader – Accessibility and Integrity” October 2003 Dr. Alesa Judd Technology Coordinator and Assistant to the Superintendent, Bibb County Schools “What Superintendents Need to Know About Technology” June, 2004 Dr. Suzanne Lacey Superintendent, Talladega County Schools “Straight Talk About the Superintendency” September, 2010 Dr. Joyce Levey Superintendent, Tuscaloosa City Schools “A Conversation: Technology for Professional Development” September, 2009 “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 “ThrowingYour Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek Office and How To Do It” August, 2005 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek the Job” August, 2004 Dr. Timothy D. Lewis Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama “Technology Problems and Solutions in K-12 Edudation” June, 2011 “Making the IPad Work for You” June, 2010 “Educational Technologies: What is Available and How Will They Work for Us” June, 2010 “Technology for Stakeholder Communications” September, 2009 “Alabama Technology Standards for Teachers and Administrators; Developing a Vision of Technology” June, 2007 Dr. Susan Lockwood Executive Director, School Superintendents of Alabama “So You Want to be a School Superintendent” September 2009 “Communications and School System Governance” August, 2006 “Communications: The School Board and the Superintendent” October, 2004 “The Interview Process” August, 2004 “Communicating with Your Board: When, Where and How” October, 2003 “Communications and School District Governance” October, 2003 “Court Orders and Consent Decrees” March, 2003 “Ethical and Social Challenges, and Organizing the District for Effective Change” March, 2003 Dr. Tim Lull Superintendent, Opp City Schools “The Role of the Superintendent in Professional Development” February, 2004 “Board Policies Relative to Curriculum” June, 2003 Dr. Melinda Maddox State Coordinator, Technology Initiatives, Alabama State Department of Education “Technology Initiatives” June, 2011 “ACCESS Update” June, 2010 “Alabama State Department of Education Technology Initiatives” June, 2004 “Technology Initiatives and Impact Docments” May, 2003 Mr. Mark Mason IBM Representative “Using Data for K12 Insight” June, 2011 “Data Integration and Decision Making” June, 2010 McAleer Solutions, Mobile, Alabama “Recent Developments in School System Software – McAleer Computer Associates, Inc.” June, 2004 Dr. Kresyln McGinnis Principal, Terry Heights Elementary School, Huntsville City Schools “The Face of Poverty” September, 2007 Dr. James E. McLean Dean College of Education, The University of Alabama “Dimensions and Types of Diversity” September, 2006 Dr. Roxanne Mitchell Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama “Diversity, School Culture, and Student Performance” September, 2008 Dr. Ann Roy Moore Superintendent, Huntsville City Schools “The Role of the Superintendent in Professional Development” February, 2004 “Communications with Diverse Groups – Know Your Public” October, 2003 “Ethical and Social Challenges, and Organizing the District for Effective Change” March, 2003 Mr. John Moore Superintendent, Leeds City Schools “Straight Talk About the Superintendency” September, 2010 Dr. Joseph Morton State Superintendent of Education “Curriculum/Assessment/Accountability for Student Learning” February, 2004 Mr. Matt Nelko Writer and Consultant, New York City “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Dr. Byron Nelson School Board Consultant “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2010 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2009 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2008 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2007 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2006 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” August, 2005 “The School Board’s Expectations” August, 2004 Dr. Jodi Newton Superintendent, Homewood City Schools “The Role of the Superintendent in Professional Development” February, 2004 Dr. Rose Mary Newton Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama “Overview of Curriculum and Instructional Leadership” June, 2005 “Curriculum: Essential Considerations, Standards and Historical Perspectives” February, 2004 “Curriculum and Instructional Leadership Group Activity” February, 2004 “The Superintendent and Curriculum” May, 2003 Dr. Stephen Nolin Interim Superintendent, Madison City Schools “Superintendents’ PEPE” September, 2006 Mr. Chris Osborne American Red Cross, Birmingham, Alabama “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Mr. John Osburn Educational Consultant “School Board Policy: A Superintendent’s View” September, 2010 “Superintendents’ PEPE, Alabama Leadership Standards and a Practical View of Both” June, 2008 Mr. Rich Palmer Media Trainer “Getting Your Message Out: A Hands-on Skill Development Workshop” July, 2010 Dr. Shannon Parks Director, Delta3 Project, Alabama State Department of Education “The New Professional Development Technology Standards for K-12″ July, 2005 Dr. Jerry Patterson Professor, The University of Alabama at Birmingham “Moving from Survival to Thriving in the Face of Adversity” August, 2005 “The Harsh Reality of Leading Technology Change” July, 2005 Dr. Harold Patterson School Board Consultant “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2010 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2009 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2008 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” September, 2007 “The School Board’s Expectations: A Consultant’s View” August, 2005 “The School Board’s Expectations” August, 2004 Mr. Tim Perkins Tuscaloosa County Schools “Bidding for Technology and Funding Sources” May, 2003 Dr. John Petrovic Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama “Foundations of a Diverse Society: Alabama Schools – Past, Present and Future” March, 2003 Mr. Ike Piggott Positive Media Consulting “Getting Your Message Out: A Hands-on Skill Development Workshop” July, 2011 “Getting Your Message Out: A Hands-on Skill Development Workshop” July, 2010 “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 “Getting Your Message Out: A Hands-on Skill Development Workshop” July, 2008 “Getting Your Message Out” August, 2006 “Getting Your Message Out” October, 2004 “Getting Your Message Out” August, 2004 “Communications and the Media” October, 2002 Ms. Cathy Poage Coordinator of Accountability, Instructional Services, Alabama Department of Education “AYP and Accountability” May, 2010 Mr. Craig Pouncey Assistant State Superintendent of Education, Division of Administrative and Financial Services “School Finance in Alabama” April, 2010 “School Finance in Alabama” February, 2005 Dr. Fred Primm, Jr. Superintendent, Sumter County Schools “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 Panel Discussion: “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: Anticipating the First Year Experiences, and Implementing Your Vision” September, 2006 “Anticipating the First Year Experiences: Insights and Implementing Your Vision” August, 2005 Dr. Douglas Ragland Superintendent, Greene County Schools “Anticipating the First Year Experiences: Insights and Implementing Your Vision” August, 2005 “Communications and School Board Policy: A Guide to District Governance” October, 2004 “Researching the Position” August, 2004 Major Herb Ragsdale Principal, Central High School, Tuscaloosa City Schools “How Schools Make a Difference – A Principal’s Perspective” September, 2009 Dr. Margaret L. Rice Associate Professor, The University of Alabama “Technology Problems and Solutions in K-12 Edudation” June, 2011 “Making the IPad Work for You” June, 2010 “Educational Technologies: What is Available and How Will They Work for Us” June, 2010 “State Course of Study: Technology Education Alabama Technology Initiatives” August, 2008 “The Digital Divide and Technology: What can we do?” June, 2007 “Alabama Technology Standards for Teachers and Administrators; Developing a Vision of Technology” June 2007 “Emerging Technologies and Education: Can You Meet Your Students’ and Parents’ Expectations in the Classroom?” July, 2005 Dr. Richard L. Rice, Jr., Esquire Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama “Basic Accounting for Superintendents” April, 2004 “Financial Accounting” April, 2004 “Acceptable Use Policies and Copyright Issues” May, 2003 Dr. Ed Richardson Superintendent, Alabama Schools “Communications and the Superintendent” October, 2002 Ms. Christine Riser Freelance Communications Consultant “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Ms. Maggie Rivers Director of Federal Programs, Alabama State Department of Education “Assessment and Accountability for Student Learning” June, 2005 Dr. Marti Rizzuto Superintendent, Tarrant City Schools “Student Achievement Strategies that Work” May, 2009 “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 Panel Discussion: “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: Anticipating the First Year Experiences, and Implementing Your Vision” September, 2006 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek Office and How To Do It” August, 2005 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek the Job” August, 2004 Ms. Carolyn Roy Anchor/Reporter, Lake Charles, Louisiana “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Ms. Mike Royer Newscast Anchor, NBC-13 News “A TV Interview – An Evenening Anchor’s Perspective” July, 2011 “How to Prepare for a TV Interview – An Evening Anchor’s Approach” July, 2010 “The TV Interview – A Newscast Anchor’s Perspective” August, 2006 Mr. Tom Salter Communications Officer, Montgomery County Public Schools “Public Relations for the School Superintendent: A Basic Guide” July, 2011 “Public Relations for the School Superintendent: A Basic Guide” July, 2010 “Public Relations for Alabama Educators: A Primer on School Communication for Alabama Superintendents” July, 2009 “Public Relations for the School Superintendent: A Basic Guide” July, 2008 “Public Relations for the School Superintendent: A Basic Guide” August, 2006 “Public Relations for the Superintendency – A Beginner’s Guide” October, 2004 Mr. Mike Scroggins Director, County Audit Division, Alabama Examiners of Public Accounts “The Role of the Examiner of Public Accounts” April, 2004 Mr. Solomon Seay Attorney at Law “Ethical and Social Challenges, and Organizing the District for Effective Change” March, 2003 Dr. N. Joyce Sellers (deceased) Superintendent, Tuscaloosa County Schools “Curriculum and Instructional Leadership Group Activity” February, 2004 “Roles: The State Government, the School Board, and the Superintendent” February, 2004 “Using the Results of Student Assessment to Design Intervention Measures” February, 2004 “Board Policies Relative to Curriculum” June, 2003 “General Roles and Duties of the Superintendent” October, 2002 “The Real World: Communication in a Culture of Policies, Politics, Processes, and Power” October, 2002 Dr. Amilcar Shabazz Associate Professor, The University of Alabama “Historical Perspectives and Understanding the Community” August, 2004 “Historical Events that Impacted Alabama Educational Delivery Systems from 1785 through 1954″ March, 2003 Mr. Brandon Shepherd Former Student, Central High School, Tuscaloosa City Schools “How Schools Make a Difference – A Student’s Perspective” September, 2009 Dr. Sandra Sims-deGraffenried Executive Director, Alabama Association of School Administrators “Communications: The School Board and the Superintendent” October, 2004 Mr. Alton Sizemore, Jr. Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Coordinator Cybercrime Squad, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Birmingham, AL “The FBI’s New Role and Technology” July, 2005 “The FBI’s Role in Technology” June, 2004 “The FBI’s Role in Technology” May, 2003 Dr. Lex Smith “What Special Education Personnel Need Their Superintendents to Know: A Basic Guide for the Visionary Leader – Laws, Policies and Procedures” March, 2003 Mr. David Smith Executive Director, Alabama Association of School Business Officials “Budgeting for the School Superintendent” March, 2007 Mr. Michael Smithart Superintendent, Opp City Schools “Improving Instruction, Opp City Schools’ Approach” May, 2010 Ms. Rosalyn Spivey Assistant Principal, Liberty Park Elementary School, Vestavia Hills City Schools “Using Technology to Communicate Effectively” October, 2003 “Effectiveness and Best Practices: Technology in Instruction” May, 2003 Dr. Joyce Stallworth Associate Dean, The University of Alabama “Essential Information Enabling Superintendents to Exercise Oversight in the Performance of Their Instructional Leadership Role” June, 2005 Dr. Lisa Stamps “What Special Education Personnel Need Their Superintendents to Know: A Basic Guide for the Visionary Leader – Structuring and Delivering Programs and Models for the Gifted” March, 2003 Mr. Tommy Stevenson Associate Editor, The Tuscaloosa News “How Print Reporters Work: From Lead Presses to Social Media” July, 2011 Mr. Keith Stewart Superintendent, Bullock County Schools “Straight Talk From Successful Superintendents: Throwing Your Hat in the Ring” September, 2007 “Anticipating the First Year Experiences: Insights and Implementing Your Vision” August, 2005 STI-Admininstrative Software for Schools, Mobile, Alabama “Recent Developments in School System Software – Software Technology, Inc.” June, 2004 Ms. Ann Swanner Financial Consultant, “Alabama School Finance – 2011: A Practical Approach” May, 2011 “Alabama School Finance – 2010: A Practical Approach” April, 2010 “Alabama School Finance – 2009: A Practical Approach” April, 2009 “Alabama School Finance – 2008: A Practical Approach” May, 2008 “Alabama School Finance – 2007: A Practical Approach” March, 2007 “Alabama School Finance – 2007: A Practical Approach” September, 2006 “Accountability, Audits, and the Alabama Bid Law” May, 2004 “The Foundation Program: A Practical Review” May, 2004 “The Foundation Program: A Practical Review, Audits and Accountability” February, 2004 Dr. Owen Sweatt Consultant & Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama “A Global Approach to Effective Communicatiosn: How Meaning is Made” July, 2011 “A Global Approach to Effective Communications: How Meaning is Made” July, 2010 “Leadership, Leadership Styles and Behaviors” July, 2009 “A Global Approach to Effective Communications: How Meaning is Made” July, 2009 “A Global Approach to Effective Communications: How Meaning is Made” July, 2008 “A Global Approach to Effective Communications” August, 2007 “A Global Approach to Effective Communications” August, 2006 “A Global Approach to Effective Communications” October, 2004 “A Global Approach to Effective Communications” October, 2003 “Dealing with Your Stakeholders” October, 2002 Ms. Tracee Synco AlaPT3 “PEPE on PDA” May, 2003 Dr. C. John Tarter Professor, The University of Alabama “Academic Optimism and Shared Decision Making: A Guide to School Improvement” May, 2010 “Academic Optimism: Research and Recommendations” May, 2009 Mr. Chris Tatum President, Anew PR, Nashville, Tennessee “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Mr. Rick Tillery Freelance Journalist, Washington, D.C. “Putting Out the Fire: How to Keep a Bad Situation from Getting Worse…” July, 2009 Mr. Joe Tucker Attorney at Law “Court Orders and Consent Decrees” March, 2003 Dr. Gloria Turner Coordinator of Student Assessment, Alabama State Department of Education “Curriculum/Assessment/Accountabiliy for Student Learning” February, 2004 “Testing and Curriculum” June, 2003 Mr. Neal Vickers News Anchor, WERC 960 AM Talk Radio “The Art of the Airwaves: How to Prepare for a Radio Interview – A News Anchor’s Approach, July, 2011 “The Art of the Airwaves: How to Prepare for a Radio Interview – A News Anchor’s Approach, July, 2010 “The Radio Reporter’s Perspective: There is no Such Thing as a Dead Mike” July, 2009 The Radio Reporter’s Perspective: There is no Such Thing as a Dead Mike” July, 2008 “The Reporter’s Perspective” August, 2007 “The Reporter’s Perspective” August, 2006 “The Reporter’s Perspective” October, 2004 “The Reporter’s Perspective” November, 2003 Mr. Patrick Verda IBM Representative “Data Integration and Decision Making” June, 2010 Ms. Shanthia Washington Education Specialist, Alabama State Department of Education, Montgomery “The ABC’s of Accountability” August, 2008 “The Alabama Data Warehouse, an Overview” August, 2008 Dr. Timothy Waters Executive Director, McREL “The Effect of Superintendent Leadership on Student Achievement” June, 2008 Mr. Tommy Whiten Technology Coordinator, Madison County Schools “Exploring Alabama’s Statewide Distance Learning Initiative “ACCESS”; Alabama Connecting Classrooms, Educators, and Students Statewide” July, 2005 Ms. Avis Williams Principal, Montview Elementary School, Huntsville City Schools “The Face of Poverty” September, 2007 Dr. Connie Williams Superintendent, Hoover City Schools “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek Office and How To Do It” August, 2005 “Throwing Your Hat in the Ring: The Decision to Seek the Job” August, 2004 “The Roles of the Superintendent and Factors That Influence Implementation” June, 2004 Ms. Donna Williamson Technology Coordinator, Mountain Brook Schools “Networking Total Cost of Ownership, and Staff Development” May, 2003 Dr. Mike Wilson Principal, Birmingham CitySchools “XO Laptops in Birmingham City Schools” June, 2010 “The Digital Divide and Technology: What can we do?” June, 2007 Ms. Odessa Woolfolk Chair Emerita Board of Directors, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute “Discussion and Tour of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute” September, 2006 Dr. James Wright Professor, Auburn University-Montgomery “Superintendents’ PEPE, Alabama Leadership Standards and a Practical View of Both” June, 2008 Dr. Vivian H. Wright Assistant Professor, The University of Alabama “Emerging Technologies and Education: Can You Meet Your Students’ and Parents’ Expectations in the Classroom?” July, 2005 Ms. Stephanie Youngblood Social Networking Specialist and Media Trainer “Getting Your Message Out: A Hands-on Skill Development Workshop” July, 2010 |