Chair, Department of Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Grades, Reading, and Special Education

The Department of Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Grades, Reading, & Special Education’s mission is consistent with the mission of Fayetteville State University and the College of Education. The EEMRSE department is committed to providing academic quality in educator preparation and support services leading to candidate degree attainment and skill development in the areas of: (a) teaching academic content using current technology, (b) developing content connections within diverse learning environments, (c) reflecting on teacher beliefs and assumptions, and (d) engaging in continuous professional development. The Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Grades, Reading, & Special Education department is further committed to strengthening faculty involvement in research, professional development, and community engagement to enhance candidate and P-12 student outcomes and teacher quality in response to 21st Century, southeastern region of North Carolina communities and global expectations.