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| FMU Center of Excellence Directory Individual
Biographies (in
alphabetical order) Richard
Allington (2005 Colloquium Speaker) is Professor of
Education at the University of Tennessee and the President-Elect
of the International Reading Association. He is the author or co-author
of more than 100 research articles and several books. Among the
books are: Classrooms that work; Schools that work; No quick fix;
What really matters for struggling readers; and Big brother and
the national reading curriculum. Dr. Allington serves on the editorial
board of Reading Research Quarterly, Remedial and Special Education,
Journal of Literacy Research, and the Elementary School Journal.
Prior to his current appointment, he was the Irving and Rose Fien
Distinguished Professor of Education at the University of Florida. Lorin W. Anderson (Coordinator of Research & In-Service Teacher Development, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is a Carolina Distinguished Professor of Curriculum Studies at the University of South Carolina, where he has served on the faculty since 1973. He holds a Ph.D. in Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistical Analysis from the University of Chicago. Dr. Anderson’s research interests include classroom instruction, student engagement in learning, and the education of economically-disadvantages children and youth. He is a member of the International Academy of Education. Joseph Aniello (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is Associate Professor of Management at Francis Marion University and Director of the Donald E. Kelley Small Business Institute. Dr. Aniello received his Ed.D. from Vanderbilt University in the summer of 2003 where his major area of study was in the discipline of Human Resource and Organizational Development. He received his B.S. in Business from Fairfield University in Connecticut and his MBA in Marketing from Fordham University in New York City. Before his appointment at Francis Marion University, Dr. Aniello taught Organizational Behavior at Vanderbilt University. Sharon Moore Askins (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is Assistant Professor in the Francis Marion University School of Education after twenty-nine years in K-12 public education. Dr. Askins was a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and an assistant superintendent for instruction for twenty-seven years in Florence County School District Three, and she recently served as a State Department of Education principal leader in Lee County and in Orangeburg Consolidated School District Five. Patricia Atkinson (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) presently serves as the Curriculum Coordinator at Marion Intermediate School in Marion School District One. She has participated in the Taxonomy Academy through the SC State Department of Education. Ginger A. Baggette (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 4th grade at Delmae Elementary School in Florence, SC. She holds a B.S. degree in Elementary Education from the University of South Carolina. David L. Bailey (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 7th grade at Williams Middle School in Florence, SC. He holds a BS degree in Mathematics and Computer Science. Ida
Bailey (Curriculum Development Project) Shannon
Bailey (Curriculum Development Project) Senaca
Baines (Curriculum Development Project) Barbara Baker (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 3rd grade and Honors at McCormick Elementary in Mullins, SC. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Francis Marion University and a Master’s of Education from the University of South Carolina. Shirley Bausmith (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is currently Coordinator of Graduate Studies and program head for the M.A.T. Learning Disabilities and Instructional Accommodation/Divergent Learner degrees at Francis Marion University. Dr. Bausmith’s research, consulting, and presentations address assessment of learning styles, design of congruent instructional actions, and moderation of school climate for heightened receptivity to divergent learners. Her prior experiences involved public school special education and department administration at the secondary level. Markey Bee (COE Project Manager; School-Parent-Community Liaison) received her B.S. in Early Childhood Education from the University of Maryland at College Park and master’s degree in Education from Cambridge College in Massachusetts. Involved in early childhood education for over twenty five years, her previous experiences include kindergarten teacher, day care services coordinator for the Department of Social Services, education specialist at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and education consultant providing training and technical assistance to public, private and federally funded early childhood professionals. Bee is trained in the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS) and she was a member of the writing team for the South Carolina ECERS Training Modules. She currently serves as the Representative for the Coastal Cluster of the South Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children. Ebony
Bethea-Livingston (Curriculum Development Project) Marilyn
Bostick (Action Research Project) Linda
R. Bourne (Curriculum Development Project) Gloria Swindler Boutte’ (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is a Professor of Education at Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina. She is the author of Multicultural Education: Raising Consciousness and Resounding Voices: School Experiences of People From Diverse Ethnic Backgrounds. She has also authored numerous other publications related to diversity. Dr. Boutte’ has presented nationally and internationally on diversity issues and enjoys working with teachers and schools. She is also the Principal Investigator for the Center of Excellence for the Education and Equity of African American students in Columbia, South Carolina. Ashley
S. Bowen (Clinical Faculty) Toni Brandt (In-service Teacher Education Task Force; Curriculum Development Project) teaches Social Studies at Darlington High School. She has worked on the design and implementation of a school within a school project for ‘at risk’ students and, after attending the Taxonomy Academy, Ms. Brandt has had a leadership role in the staff development in Darlington County.. Judy
Brazukas (Curriculum Development Project) Susan H. Bruton (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 6th grade Language Arts and Social Studies at Greenwood Elementary. She earned the Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Francis Marion College and the Master of Education in Education in Technology from Lesley University. Debra Butler (Clinical Faculty 2005, Dillon 2; Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) grew up in Dillon, SC and received her early education in the public school system there. She earned the B.S. and Masters degrees from Francis Marion College, and she has completed 30 hours above the Master's. Ms. Butler returned to Dillon and has taught second grade for six years and kindergarten for 17 years. Sharon G. Byram (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 3rd grade at St. John's Elementary in Darlington, SC. She holds the BS degree in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion College and the M.Ed. in Remediation from Francis Marion University Krista
Byrd (Action Research Project) Patricia Ann Byrd (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force), Director of CERRA, is an informed advocate for the teaching profession, non-partisan advisor to legislators and teacher/administrator organizations and a resource for higher education teacher preparation programs. In addition to her work on the state level, she sits on the NBPTS® Board of Directors. Ms. Byrd earned a bachelor's degree in secondary English education from the University of South Carolina and a master's degree in secondary English education from Winthrop University. She is enrolled in the education leadership doctoral program in K-12 curriculum and instruction with a cognate in administration at the University of South Carolina. She earned National Board Certification® in English language arts for Adolescents and Young Adults in November of 2000. After a total of seven years working with Teacher Cadets and 13 years in the classroom as an English and journalism teacher, Ms. Byrd served as a Teacher in Residence for three years and a Program Director for one year at CERRA (formerly the South Carolina Center for Teacher Recruitment) in Rock Hill, South Carolina, prior to becoming the Director in July, 2000.
Mary
Ann Canty (Curriculum Development Project) Norma
Hewitt Coote (Curriculum Development Project) Elizabeth Cornish (Action Research Project) graduated from Francis Marion University with a degree in Elementary Education. She teaches second grade at Easterling Primary in Marion School District One. Larry Crapse (Undergraduate Modules) presently serves as Instructor of Education at Francis Marion University and as the Coordinator of English in Florence School District One. Crapse earned the B.A. degree from the University of South Carolina and the M.A.T. from The Citadel. He has earned numerous awards for his teaching and educational leadership from professional, educational and civic organizations. Emily Lynette Creel (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 3rd grade at McCormick. She earned the Bachelor of Education degree. Anna
Beth Crosby (Curriculum Development Project) Joy Cutler (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) has served as an educator in Dillon 3 School District and presently serves as Principal of Latta Elementary School and Early Childhood Center. She has participated in the Taxonomy Academy through the SC State Department of Education. Sarah
E. Davidson (Curriculum Development Project) Judy Davis (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 3rd grade at Marion Intermediate School in Marion, SC. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Columbia College and a Master's degree in Education from Clemson University. Cynthia Dawsey (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 3rd grade at Rains Centenary Elementary, in Rains, SC. She earned the B.A. degree from the University of South Carolina, Coastal Carolina. Letha Dixon (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 8th grade History at Hannah-Pamplico Elementary/Middle School. She earned the B.A. in Social Studies from Claflin University, and has done graduate work at Coastal Carolina University, the University of South Carolina, and Francis Marion University. LouAnne Dozier (Clinical Faculty) earned a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion College and a master’s degree in Education from Cambridge College. She has taught 16 years in middle to high poverty areas in South Carolina. She presently teaches 3rd grade at McCormick Elementary in Marion School District 2. Dixie Drew (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 6th grade at Gordon Elementary in Dillon, SC. She holds the Master’s degree in Creative Education and the Master’s plus 30 hours in Elementary Education. Debra
Barrett Driggers (Action Research Project) Kasandra Durant (Curriculum Development Project) is a 2nd Grade Teacher at McLaurin Elementary School in Florence, SC. She holds the degree of Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University, a Master of Education in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University, and a Masters plus 30 from Francis Marion University and the University of South Carolina. Erin Elko (School-Parent-Community Interim Liaison) is a native of Florence, South Carolina. She has worked with the Florence School District One Parent-Child Home Program for the last three years. She has also served on the Voices for South Carolina's Children grant team. Before taking the leap into Family Literacy, Elko worked in journalism. Polly Elkins (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is currently the Director of School Reform for Dillon County School District Two. Prior to this position, she has held numerous positions, including Principal of East Elementary School in Dillon, South Carolina, Director of School to Work in the Dillon County Schools for four years, and music teacher and band director for five years. Ms. Elkins also served as the Director of the Dillon County Chamber of Commerce for five years. Neltjie
C. English (Action Research Project) Joyce Epstein (2005 Colloquium Speaker) is Director of the Center on School, Family, and Community Partnerships, Principal Research Scientist and Co-Director of the School, Family, and Community Partnership Program of the Center for Research on the Education of Students Placed at Risk (CRESPAR), with a joint/part time appointment of Professor of Sociology at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Epstein received her Ph.D. in Sociology from Johns Hopkins University. She has over one hundred publications on the effects of school, classroom, family, and peer environments on student learning and development, with many focusing on school and family connections. In all of her work, she is interested in the connections of research, policy, and practice. Carolyn M. Evertson (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is Professor of Education Emerita, and Associate Dean for Graduate Education at Peabody College, Vanderbilt University. Her research has focused on research on teaching and classroom management and research on mentoring and new teacher assistance. She received her doctorate in Educational Psychology and baccalaureate degree in Elementary Education from the University of Texas, Austin. While at Peabody College, Vanderbilt, she has directed several federally funded projects on classroom teaching and teacher education. Her writings include over 100 chapters, articles, and books on teacher education, learning in classrooms and research on teaching. Dr. Evertson is interested in the social contexts of classrooms and how these contexts influence what students have an opportunity to learn and how learning gets defined by students and teachers. J. Ron Faulkenberry (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is Dean of the School of Education and Professor of Health Education at Francis Marion University, where he has taught since 1974. Dr. Faulkenberry received his Ed.D. from the University of South Carolina in 1979. Before his appointment at FMU, Ron taught in public school at the elementary, middle and secondary levels. His research interests include health risk management, and instructional and curricular approaches and development. Christine Finnan (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is an Associate Dean in the School of Education at the College of Charleston and an associate professor in the Elementary and Early Childhood Department. In addition to these duties, she directs the South Carolina/Georgia Accelerated Schools Center located at the College of Charleston. She has also served as director of the College of Charleston's Center of Excellence in Accelerating Learning. Dr. Finnan received a B.A. in folklore from University of California, Berkeley, an M. A. in anthropology and folklore from University of Texas, Austin, and a Ph.D. in education from Stanford University. Patricia
T. Flowers (Curriculum Development Project) Shelly Eaddy Flud (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 5th grade at Dewey L. Carter Elementary in Florence, SC. She earned a B.S. in Elementary Education at Francis Marion University, and a Master of Education in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University. Ella Ford (Action Research Project) teaches 7th and 8th grade Science at Palmetto Elementary and Middle School in Mullins, SC. She earned the Bachelor of Science degree from South Carolina State University, and the Master of Education degree from Cambridge College, Cambridge Mass. Cindy Fowler (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) has earned the degree of M.Ed. She has 21 years of experience as a mathematics educator in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. Ms. Fowler presently serves as a Math Coach in the Math/Science Unit of McCormick Elementary School in Marion School District 2. William P. Fox (Curriculum Development Project) is Professor and Chair of the Mathematics Department at Francis Marion University, where he teaches all levels of college mathematics. He earned the B.S. degree from the United States Military Academy, the M.S. degree from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, and the Ph.D. from Clemson University. Prior to his tenure at FMU, Fox taught mathematics at the United States Military Academy. Gloria
B. Frierson (Curriculum Development Project) Scarlett Gee (Clinical Faculty) graduated from Francis Marion University with a B.S. in Early Childhood and a Master's Degree in Remediation. Gee taught 2nd grade and kindergarten before working with the State Department of Education as a Kindergarten Teacher Specialist On Site for two years. She returned to Darlington County as a Literacy Teacher for grades K-3, and presently serves as the Coordinating Teacher at Lamar Elementary for grades K-3. Tammy
George (Curriculum Development Project) Mary H. Gettys (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 4th grade at Brockington Elem. Magnet School for Science & Technology. She earned the Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education and the Master’s degree in Elementary Education from Clemson University. Lisa M. Gleason (Curriculum Development Project) teaches Kindergarten at East Elementary School at Dillon School District Two, Dillon, SC. She holds the Bachelor of Science degree plus 18 hours in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion University. Deborah Godbolt (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) has served as a Literacy Coach for 3 years at McCormick Elementary in Marion School District Two. She has participated in the Taxonomy Academy through the SC State Department of Education. Louise
Goings (Action Research Project) Jacquelyn
P. Graham (Action Research Project) Linda Graham (Darlington School District Contact; Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) began her professional career in Florence School District 1 after earning the B.S. degree in Elementary Education from South Carolina State University and the M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion University. She was awarded the M. Ed in Educational Administration from the University of South Carolina, and served as principal of Palmetto Gold Award, Compaq A+, GE Elfun Society Grant, and SDE’s Red Carpet Award winning schools in Darlington County School District. Ms. Graham presently serves there as Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, and was recognized by the Education Oversight Committee for “Closing the Achievement Gap.” Nancy Graham (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) currently serves as Director of Instruction in Marion School District 2. She has over 20 years of experience, including 14 years as a classroom teacher, and 6 years in school administration in this rural school district in the Pee Dee region. Patricia S. Grant (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 4th grade at Marion Intermediate School in Marion, SC. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Auburn University and a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from Lesley University. Mary Alma (Al) Grantham (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 6th grade at Royall Elementary in Florence, SC. She earned a B.A. degree from Francis Marion University, and the M.Ed. from the University of South Carolina. Pat
Griffith (Curriculum Development Project) Frank Guest (In-service Teacher Education Task Force; Curriculum Development Project) teaches Global Studies, U.S. History and Law Related Education for grades 9-12 at Lamar High School in Darlington County School District. He has been teaching for 10 years, and has participated in the Taxonomy Academy hosted by the SC Department of Education. Melody Haigler (Curriculum Development Project) teaches Elementary Montessori grades 1-3 at McLaurin Elementary School in Florence, SC. She earned the BA degree from Newberry College, and is working on a Master's Degree from Lander University. She is also completing a practicum for Montessori Certification. Jenny
White Hancock (Clinical Faculty) Dorothy M. Harris (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is professor of early education courses, supervisor of early childhood clinical experiences, and the coordinator of the Early Childhood Program at Francis Marion University. Dr. Harris is a graduate of Johnson C. Smith University, Atlanta University, and the University of Georgia. Her educational training is in the areas of philosophy, psychology, and early childhood education. Her work experience includes being a nursery school teacher and director, and teaching at both private and public elementary schools. Prior to her appointment at Francis Marion University, Dr. Harris taught at Fort Valley State College in Fort Valley, Georgia. Valerie Harrison (District Contact) serves as Assistant Superintendent of Instruction in Florence School District 1. She earned the Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of South Carolina, the Masters of Education from South Carolina State College and the Bachelor of Arts in English from South Carolina State College. Harrison has received numerous civic and professional awards and honors. Barbara
Ann Hawkins (Curriculum Development Project) Deana
Hemingway (Curriculum Development Project) Ernestine
G. Hemingway (Curriculum Development Project) Tammy
Herring (Curriculum Development Project) Jedd
Alan Hess (Curriculum Development Project) Shelia Hess (Clinical Faculty 2005, 2006, Marion School District 1; Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is a 1st and 2nd grade teacher for Marion School District One, teaching children who are diverse in ability and ethnicity. She earned her Masters degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of South Carolina. After completion of her Masters, Ms. Hess returned to her hometown of Marion, South Carolina to begin her teaching career. In 2002 she was named Distinguished Reading Teacher for Easterling Primary School and for Marion School District One. Martha Heyward (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) has served as an educator in Dillon School District 3. She is presently the Principal of Latta Middle School. Ms. Heyward has participated in the Taxonomy Academy through the SC State Department of Education. Barbara
B. Hill (Clinical Faculty) Brenda Hill (COE Administrative Assistant) serves as Administrative Assistant for the Center of Excellence. She joined the COE staff after 28 years of service at USC-Aiken. Constance
Hill (Action Research Project) Debra "Susie" Hill (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 1st grade at North Mullins Primary in Mullins, SC. She graduated from Francis Marion University with a B. S. in Elementary Education and is also certified in Early Childhood Education. She completed the Master’s degree in Reading from Walden University. Gregory Hill (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 5th grade Language Arts and Social Studies at Palmetto Elementary School in Mullins, SC. He earned the Bachelor's degree from Coker College, and is currently working on a Master's Degree in Integrating Technology into the Classroom from Walden University. Kristen
S. Hopkins (Curriculum Development Project) Mary Howell (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 1st grade at Easterling Primary School in Marion, SC. She holds the B.A. degree in Early Childhood Education from Coastal Carolina University. Secaida D. Howell (District Contact) serves as Assistant Superintendent for Instruction in Marion School District One. He earned the Bachelor of Music Education, the Master of Secondary Education, the Master of Educational Administration, the Education Specialist, and the Doctor of Philosophy from the University of South Carolina. Howell has completed additional studies at Oxford University. Tammy
Hudson (Clinical Faculty) Cindy
C. Huggins (Curriculum Development Project) Laurie Sullivan Hunter (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) received her B. A. and M.A. in Psychology from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. She received her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her professional interests include recognition of facial expressions of emotion, child abuse and neglect issues, and intervention for children with developmental disabilities. She is currently an Associate Professor of Psychology at Francis Marion University and is the chair of the Professional Advisory Council for the Durant Children’s Center, the child advocacy center for the Pee Dee Region of South Carolina. Charles Hyman (District Contact) serves as Assistant Superintendent in Florence School District 2. He earned the Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Francis Marion University and the Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of South Carolina. Dorothy R. Jacobs (Action Research Project) currently teaches 5th grade at Brunson-Dargan Elelmentary School in the Darlington County School District. She received her B.S. and Master’s degrees from Francis Marion University. She is a member of the NEA, SCEA, and the National Council of Teachers of English. Kim James (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 6th grade at Saint John's Elementary in Darlington County School District. She holds a degree in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University and a Master’s degree in Creative Arts and Technology from Lesley University. Alice
Prosser Johnson (Curriculum Development Project) Cathy P. Johnson (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies at Palmetto Elementary and Middle Schools in Mullins, SC. She earned the Bachelor’s of Science degree from Francis Marion University and a Master’s of Education from Cambridge College. Christopher D. Johnson (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is chair of English, Modern Languages and Philosophy and associate professor of English at Francis Marion University, where he has worked since 1996. He earned the B.A. in English from Villanova University and M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Delaware. Prior to working at FMU, Johnson served as dean of arts and humanities at Missouri Valley College. Dr. Johnson’s research interests include eighteenth-century fiction, satire and biography. Joan
Carroll Johnson (Curriculum Development Project) Denise
Jones (Action Research) Andrea Keim (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) presently serves as the Standards Design Unit Coordinator in the Office of Curriculum and Standards at SC State Department of Education. Dr. Keim earned her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction and has more than 30 years as a knowledgeable and effective educator working with individuals, groups, and school and district faculties, with particular emphasis on standards implementation, evaluation, and curriculum design. Chrystal G. Kelly (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 8th grade Pre-Algebra and Algebra One at Johnakin Middle School in Marion, SC. She holds a BS degree in Mathematics from FMU, and a Master of Education in Technology in Education from Lesley University. Marcie
E. King (Curriculum Development Project) Stacie Kirby (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 3rd grade at Hannah-Pamplico Elementary/Middle School. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University, and was named the Pee Dee IRA Teacher of the Year in 1996. Paulette Latta (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 1st grade at Hannah-Pamplico Elementary/Middle School. She earned the Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from the University of South Carolina and a Master’s degree from Leslie University. Laurie C. Lautares (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 7th grade at Creekbridge High School in Marion School District 7. She earned the Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education from Clemson University. Elise M. Leach (Curriculum Development Project) is a 2nd grade teacher and Parent Coordinator at South Elementary School in Dillon, SC. She holds a Bachelor’s degree plus 18 hours in Early Childhood Education from Claflin University and Francis Marion University. Jackson F. Lee, Jr. (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is Associate Dean of Education, Phillip N. Truluck Professor of Public Policy (Education), and Professor of Education at Francis Marion University. Dr. Lee received both his B.S. in Science Education and his Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction in Biology from Duke University. He recently returned to Francis Marion University after a 10-year leave of absence during which he served as Director of the Pee Dee Math/Science Hub. Dr. Lee taught life science and earth and physical sciences in Durham, North Carolina before coming to Francis Marion University in 1972 as an associate professor of Education. For six years he directed the South Carolina Elementary Science Leadership Program at Francis Marion University. Frances C. LeGette (Action Research Project) is in her 30th year of teaching. She earned undergraduate degrees in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Coker College and a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University. She presently teaches self-contained fourth graders at Marion Intermediate School in Marion School District One. LeGette has been selected as Teacher of the Year at two schools, was chosen as Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year in 2005, and selected for Who's Who Among America's Teachers in 2003 and in 2005. Cynthia
V. Lewis (Curriculum Development Project) Kay Lewis (Curriculum Development Project) teaches kindergarten at East Elementary in Dillon, SC. She holds the Bachelor’s degree plus 18 hours. Lynn Liebenrood (Partner District Contact) presently serves as Director of Accountability/Assessment in Dillon School District Two. She has taught in numerous districts in South Carolina and has served as Director of Federal Programs and Instruction. Sheila McCormick (Action Research Project) graduated from Francis Marion University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. She teaches first grade at Easterling Primary School in Marion School District One. Wendy
McDaniel (Clinical Faculty) Franklyn McInnis (Action Research Project) teaches 5th grade English-Language Arts at Palmetto Elementary in Mullins, SC. McInnis holds the Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University. Marsha
McKenzie (Curriculum Development Project) Patricia
B. McLaurin (Curriculum Development Project) Genetta
McManus (Curriculum Development Project) teaches Kindergarten
at Lamar Elementary School in Darlington County. She
holds a B.S. degree in Early Childhood Donna D. McMillan (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 1st grade at North Mullins Primary in Mullins, SC. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree plus 18 hours in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion University. Mary Frances McMillan (Curriculum Development Project) is a National Board Certified Teacher in 2nd grade at North Mullins Primary in Mullins, SC. She holds a BS degree in Early Childhood Education from East Carolina University and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of South Carolina. Janis McWayne (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force, Coordinator of Health Resources) is Assistant Professor in the Francis Marion University School of Education, teaching health education and methods courses to Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education teacher candidates at FMU. Her research interests include health, nutrition, physical activity, race, class, and gender. At FMU she has conducted walking research programs with employees. Dr. McWayne is currently conducting student focus groups to identify physical activity attitudes and behaviors among students. Tracy Meetze (In-Service Teacher Education Task Force) received a B.S. degree in Elementary Education and an M.A. degree in Instructional Accommodation from Francis Marion University. After teaching fifth graders with a range of abilities and needs at Marion Intermediate School, Tracy is now an instructor of education at Francis Marion University as well as a doctoral candidate at the University of South Carolina. Joanne Merck (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) presently serves as the Secondary Coordinator for the Darlington County School District. She has participated in the Taxonomy Academy through the SC State Department of Education. Jessica Merritt (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 5th grade at Rains Centenary Elementary in Rains, SC. She holds an undergraduate degree from Francis Marion University and will complete the requirements for a Master’s degree in Instructional Accommodations from Francis Marion University in December, 2005. Cecilia
Mims (Action Research Project) Patricia Mohr (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is a Standards and Assessment Specialist at the SC State Department of Education with over 25 years of experience working with students, teachers, faculties, and administrators across universities, schools and districts in designing and analyzing research studies and interpreting test scores. Additionally, she is involved in the development and delivery of staff development and training on standards and assessment and the design of state standards and curriculum and strategies for improving teaching. Anita
Stephens Moore (Action Research Project) Royetta Moore (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 2nd grade at North Mullins Primary in Mullins, SC. She earned the Bachelor of Arts degree from Coastal Carolina University. Debra Morris (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) currently teaches at Latta Elementary School in Dillon School District 3. She has 13 years of experience teaching in grades 2-5 in this rural school district in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. Jeanette Myers (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is the Director of the Dooley Planetarium and Assistant Professor of Astronomy at Francis Marion. She obtained her doctorate in 2003 from Clemson University in the field of Astrophysics. Dr. Myers has been active for over 6 years in public outreach and education by providing free planetarium shows to the public and to schools across South Carolina. Larry E. Nelson (Curriculum Development Project) is Professor and Chair of the Department of History at Francis Marion University. He earned the Doctor of Philosophy from Duke University in 1975. Janetha
A. Nixon (Curriculum Development Project) Darlene
Oglesby (Curriculum Development Project) Patricia H. Page (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 4th grade at Gordon Elementary School in Dillon, SC. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree plus 18 hours from Francis Marion University. Tammy Pawloski (Director, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is Professor of Early Childhood Education and Director of the Center of Excellence to Prepare Teachers of Children of Poverty at Francis Marion University. She attended school in the impoverished areas of rural Horry and Allendale counties of South Carolina, and, after earning the baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education from USC-Aiken, she returned there to teach kindergarten and primary grades. Dr. Pawloski holds a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina, and prior to joining the faculty of FMU in 2000, she served on the faculties of USC in South Carolina, and Ventura College and Pepperdine University in Southern California. Her research interests include family partnerships with education and developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education. Matthew S. Pearce (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 5th grade Science and Social Studies at Theodore Lester Elementary in Florence, SC. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University. Regina
Peterson (Curriculum Development Project) Bonita
Phillips (Curriculum Development Project) Natalie
Pigatt (Curriculum Development Project) Todd
Pletcher (Curriculum Development Project) Bridget Porter (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 4th grade English/Language Arts and Social Studies at Marion Intermediate School. She holds the Master's Degree in Reading and Literacy from Walden University. Wayne Pruitt (Undergraduate Modules) presently serves as Professor of Education at Francis Marion University. He earned the BA degree in English from Elon College, the Bachelor of Science in Education from East Carolina and the Ed.D. in English from Duke University. Jane Pulling (Partner District Contact) is Assistant Superintendent in Marion School District Seven. She earned the B.A. and M.Ed. degrees from the University of Alabama and an Ed.D. from the University of Georgia. She serves as Chairperson of the Instructional Leaders Roundtable. Pulling was awarded the Reading Leadership Award, Reading Educator of the Year, Trident Area Highest Quality Award, and she holds Life Membership in the PTA. Debbie Purvis (Curriculum Development Project) is a National Board Certified 5K teacher at Henry Timrod Elementary in Florence, SC. She holds the B.S. degree in Early Childhood Education from FMU, and a Master’s in Integrating the Arts in the Elementary Curriculum from Lesley University. Jane Quick (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is Associate Professor of Mathematics and Coordinator of the Mathematics Lab at Francis Marion University. She received both her B.S. and MAT in Mathematics from the University of South Carolina in Columbia. Before coming to Francis Marion University, Ms. Quick taught at the John G. Richards School for Boys, Chesterfield High School, and Summerville Intermediate School. Linda Rankin (Curriculum Development Project) teaches kindergarten at Hannah Pamplico Elementary/Middle School. She earned the Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education from Methodist College, and is presently a National Board Certified Teacher candidate. Rick Reames (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force; In-service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is Executive Director of the Pee Dee Education Center, a consortium of eighteen school districts and Francis Marion University that was established in 1967 to provide support for the school districts in the region. Dr. Reames works to obtain and coordinate direct services for member districts, and to facilitate the center’s role as an authoritative communications link with political and educational entities throughout South Carolina. Karen Reynolds (Curriculum Development Project) is a National Board Certified Teacher of 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade Gifted and Talented students at Marion Intermediate School in Marion, SC. She holds the BS degree in Early Childhood Education from Coastal Carolina University, the MS degree in Reading from Walden University, and the Gifted and Talented endorsement from Converse College. Brian Richardson (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 7th Grade Mathematics at Johnakin Middle School in Marion, SC. He earned the Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Theoretical Emphasis and Applied Mathematics at Coastal Carolina University. Cleo F. Richardson, Jr. (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) is the Assistant Superintendent for Marion School District One. He received both his B.A. and M. Ed. in Social Studies Education and his Ed.S. in Educational Administration from the University of South Carolina in Orangeburg. Before his current position, he taught at Marion Elementary School and High School and was the Teacher in Residence at Carolina Center for Teacher Recruitment. He has held many administrative roles in area schools, and immediately prior to his employment in Marion School District One, he served as the Assistant Superintendent in Rains-Centenary School District Three. Julia Richburg (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 1st grade at Lamar Elementary in Lamar, SC. She holds the Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion University. Marion
Robinson (Action Research Project) Susan
Dew Rogers (Curriculum Development Project) Cynthia
McLellan Rouse (Cindy) (Clinical Faculty) Katrina Rouse (Action Research Project) currently teaches 4th grade at North Vista Elementary School in Florence School District One. She graduated from the College of Charleston with a BS in Elementary Education and is currently a Cambridge College graduate student concentrating in Elementary Literacy Education. Sylvia
Jean Rowell (Curriculum Development Project) Thomas Sawyer (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force; Curriculum Development Project) is Professor of Education at Francis Marion University, where he teaches Educational Psychology, Social Studies Methods for Secondary Teachers, and Educational Procedures for Divergent (At-Risk) Students. He received a B.S. in Economics and Social Studies and M.S. in Social Studies and Secondary Education from University of Nebraska at Omaha. Prior to earning the Ed.D. at Virginia Polytechnic Institute in the area Curriculum and Instruction, Dr. Sawyer taught junior high and senior high social studies for fifteen years. He is particularly interested in the educational needs of underachieving students. Jean W. Shaw (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 7th and 8th grade at J. V. Martin Jr. High School in Dillon, SC. She holds the B.S. from Pembroke State University and the Master of Education from Appalachian State University. Evelyn
Shuler (Curriculum Development Project) Heather Small (Action Research Project) graduated from Francis Marion University with a degree in elementary education, and she holds a master’s degree in elementary reading and literacy from Walden University. She teaches at Marion Intermediate School in Marion School District One. Kitty
S. Smith (Curriculum Development Project) Melanie
M. (Smith) Solter (Action Research Project) Linda M. Steagall (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 2nd grade Math and Science at Hannah-Pamplico Elementary/Middle School. She holds the degree of Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from James Madison University. Julie
Stone (Curriculum Development Project) Nancy L. Stone (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 5th grade English/Language Arts and Social Studies at Marion Intermediate School in Marion, SC. She earned a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from North Greenville College, and is presently working on a Masters in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion and in Instructional Technology from Grand Canyon University. Sam Stringfield (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is a Distinguished University Scholar and Co-Director of the Nystrand Center for Excellence in Education in the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Louisville. He is a founding editor of the Journal of Education for Students Placed at Risk (JESPAR). Prior to coming to the University of Louisville, Stringfield directed the systemic supports for school reform program of the Center for Research on the Education of Students Placed at Risk at Johns Hopkins University. From 1999 to 2004, he served on the Baltimore City New Board of School Commissioners. Earlier, Stringfield worked as a teacher, a program evaluator, a Tulane University faculty member, and as coordinator of the Denver office of Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory. As a Kellogg Fellow, Stringfield studied the politics and economics of school improvement in the U.S., Asia, Africa, and Europe. He currently is a Robert Wood Johnson Urban Health Initiative Fellow, studying the interactions of diverse social systems as they impact health and education. Kevin Swick (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is a Professor of Education at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. He has worked with several early childhood, parenting, and teacher education projects to address the complex issues of poverty, including Head Start, Even Start, and Title I teacher training. His emphasis on empowering teachers and families is reflected in his research and scholarly work. He has authored or co-authored more than 25 books and 100 articles and book chapters. Dr. Swick has taught for over 35 years in public schools and colleges/universities. He received his Ph. D. from the University of Connecticut in 1970. Stephen Taylor (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force) is currently Professor of Education in graduate programs at Francis Marion University. He was formerly Director of Graduate Studies and program head for the Learning Disabilities and Instructional Accommodation/Divergent Learner options. His research has centered upon the diagnosis and accommodation of difficult learning configurations in normal students and brain dysfunctions within the special population. Dr. Taylor’s consulting specialties include test score and other performance analyses through descriptive and inferential statistics, family/ early literacy projects, and professional training for educators and social services personnel. Sharon Thames (Clinical Faculty) received a B.S. degree from Winthrop College and a M.Ed. degree from Francis Marion University. She also holds an administration certification from USC. Thames has served as a special education teacher, a kindergarten teacher, and as curriculum coordinator, and much of her professional experience has been in Pee Dee region schools that serve children of poverty. She presently serves as a South Carolina Reading First Literacy Coach. Joel Thayer (Undergraduate Modules) is Professor of Sociology at Francis Marion University. He earned the degree of Bachelor of Science in sociology from Stetson University; and the Master of Science Doctor of Philosophy degrees in sociology from Florida State University. Nichole Thompson (Clinical Faculty) received both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from Francis Marion University. In her 9th year in education, she has taught child development, kindergarten, and 3rd grade. Thompson presently teaches 4th grade and serves as the grade level chairperson. William
Thompson (Action Research Project) Tom Truitt (Pre-Service Teacher Education Task Force; In-service Teacher Education Task Force, In-service Teacher Education Task Force) was formerly the Executive Director of the Pee Dee Education Center, a consortium of eighteen school districts and Francis Marion University that was established in 1967 to provide support for the school districts in the region. Dr. Truitt works to obtain and coordinate direct services for member districts, and to facilitate the center’s role as an authoritative communications link with political and educational entities throughout South Carolina. Rusty Ward (Undergraduate Modules) is Associate Professor of Sociology at Francis Marion University. He earned the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology from Kent State University. Diane
J. Welsh (Action Research Project) Leesa Wesley (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) presently serves Marion School District One as the Curriculum Coordinator at Johnakin Middle School. She has participated in the Taxonomy Academy through the SC State Department of Education. Richard D. West (Curriculum Development Project) is Associate Professor of Mathematics at Francis Marion University. He earned the B.S. degree in Mathematics from the US Military Academy, the M.S. in Applied Mathematics from University of Colorado, Boulder, and the Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from New York University. Bill
Whitmire (Curriculum Development Project) is Associate
Professor of Mathematics and Carlotta Wiggins (In-service Teacher Education Task Force) presently serves as Curriculum Coordinator at Easterling Primary in Marion School District One. She has participated in the Taxonomy Academy through the SC State Department of Education. Dana
Wiggins (Action Research Project) Dr. Maria Williams (Curriculum Development Project) serves as Literacy Coach at Thornwell School for the Arts in Darlington, SC. She holds the B.S. degree in Family and Consumer Science South Carolina State University, an M Ed. in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion University, and the Ph. D. in Professional Studies from Capella University. Velma Wilson (Action Research Project) completed her undergraduate studies at Francis Marion University and a master’s degree from Walden University. She currently teaches fourth grade at Delmae Heights Elementary School in Florence School District One. Lisa
M. Wise (Action Research Project) Rosemary Young (Curriculum Development Project) teaches 3rd grade at Marion Intermediate School in Marion, SC. She holds the Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Delta State University.
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