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Samantha  McLendon

Assistant Professor of Early Childhood and Special Education

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Education

Degree Major Emphasis Institution Year
Bachelor of Science Eduementary Education Oklahoma State University 2009
Master of Education Special Education Texas Tech University 2019

 

Biography

Samantha McLendon is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education and Speech-Language Pathology. With 16 years of experience in public education, she has served as both an elementary teacher and a PK-12 principal. In addition to her leadership and teaching roles, Samantha is a certified school psychometrist, bringing a comprehensive understanding of student assessment and educational practices to her academic work. Driven by a passion to help students succeed, she is currently pursuing a doctorate in Rural Education to further enhance her ability to support diverse learners in underserved communities.