SHSU's Department of Educational Leadership prepares professionals to be leaders in a variety of set The doctoral program (Ed.D.)
in Educational Leadership provides the highest professional degree available to candidates who aspire to leadership positions in Education, primarily in K-12 settings. The program focuses on the general principles and techniques of administering a wide variety of schools and other education organizations and facilities, supervising educational personnel at the school or staff level, and that may p
06/20/2026
Congratulations to our School Leadership/ Principal candidates who attended the Texas Education Agency’s 3-day Advancing Educational Leadership Certificate training. They are one step closer to being Texas teacher appraisers.
Thanks to Dr. Cynthia Martinez-Garcia who led this training and Dr. Lebon James, III and Dr. Clare A. Resilla who participated and facilitated with discussions.
06/17/2026
Two Educational Leadership Doctoral students (Sarah and Madison) traveled to Washington and met with federal policymakers.
06/12/2026
New Bearkat Stadium 🧡🧡
06/11/2026
We produce change makers! 🧡🤍
🍩🎉 Sweet Connections at TEPSA 2026! 🎉🍩
A big thank you to The College of Education at Sam Houston State University for sponsoring the Donut Wall at the 2026 TEPSA Summer Conference 2026!
It was a joy connecting with educational leaders from across Texas while sharing a sweet treat and meaningful conversations about leadership, learning, and the future of education.
At SHSU Educational Leadership K12 Programs, we are committed to developing and supporting current and aspiring school leaders through innovative programs, mentorship, and a dedication to excellence in educational leadership.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Donut Wall, we loved meeting you and learning about the incredible work happening in schools across our state!
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06/09/2026
1 day to go!! We can't wait to see you!! Let us know in the comments if you're coming!!
06/09/2026
Day 1 Texas Elementary Principals & Supervisors Association (TEPSA) Conference 2026
Dr. Martinez-Garcia and Dr. Resilla with The College of Education at Sam Houston State University current students and alums!
Dr. Cynthia Martinez-Garcia and Dr. Clare Resilla are having fun at the Texas Elementary Principals & Supervisors Association (TEPSA) Conference as they recruit M.Ed and Ed.D students for the Educational Leadership department. 🧡🤍
06/06/2026
Spring 2026 Commencement
This spring, awarded 2,575 degrees and 106 certificates, the largest graduating class in university history. Thank you for making Spring 2026 Commencement one for the record books, Bearkats!
06/06/2026
Dear Educational Leadership and School Leadership scholars.
We will be at TASSP Conference next week. If you are attending this conference, please stop by our exhibit booth for some swag.
See you there!