Position:
Associate Professor; Program Coordinator for Education AdministrationLocation:
Bowman Building 215-APhone:
540) 665-1284Email: dwhitney@jdzruiran.com
Educational History:
BA, Christopher Newport College; MEd, Old Dominion University, EdD, Virginia Polytechnic Institute State University (VA Tech)
Fields of Expertise:
- School Leadership
- School Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Culturally Responsive Leadership
Professional Highlights:
Former School Superintendent
Former Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Former Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education
Former Coordinator of Elementary Instruction
Former Elementary Principal
Former Elementary Assistant Principal
Former Elementary Teacher
Personal Quote:In order to lead effectively, one must be willing to follow.
Personal Highlights:
Happily married for over 30 years
Father of adult daughter
Over 30 years in public education – PreK-12