Muldrow Elementary School Principal: 2021-present
Muldrow Elementary School Assistant Principal: 6 years

Education

Northeastern State University, Masters of Education, School Administration (2010)
Northeastern State University, Bachelors of Arts in Education (2000)
Eastern Oklahoma State College, Associate in Arts (1998)
Talihina High School (1996)

Experience

Classroom Teacher, Muldrow Public Schools: 14 years
Baseball and Fast Pitch Softball Coach: 5 years
2011-2012 Muldrow Public Schools District Teacher of the Year
Assistant Principal, Muldrow Elementary School: 6 years
Muldrow Elementary School Summer and Morning P.A.W.S Director: 5 years
Director of Transportation, Muldrow Public Schools: 5 years
Full-time Bus Route Driver: 12 years
Summer Drivers Education Instructor: 8 years
High School Principal: 3 years
Athletic Director: 2 years

Educational Philosophy

What is teaching? According to Webster's Dictionary, teaching is “to cause to know something, to guide the studies of, or to impart knowledge.” I wanted to become a teacher so that I could be part of the process of imparting knowledge. I believe teachers directly mold the youth of today and assist in creating future leaders. An ancient Chinese proverb once said, “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” For 13 years I made it my goal not to just give students the answers to problems but teach them how to find the answers on their own. As a principal, I will continue to strive to ensure that learning for children will be an exciting journey. I am devoted to becoming the best principal I can be for our youth. Galileo once said, “We cannot teach people anything; we can only help them discover it within themselves.” The road to discovery begins by starting each day with a smile. It is imperative to show the people around you that you care about them. Students must be motivated to discover their full potential and I believe this starts with maintaining a positive attitude in any situation. I once read a quote from an unknown author that said, “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the memories that take our breath away.” I want those kinds of memories to relate to my educational career.

Family:
Married to Kendra and has two children; Kristen and Alexandria Phillips

Hobbies:
Enjoys fishing and hunting on weekends

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