Dr. Kristi Alexander

Professor, School of Education, Coordinator of the Ed.S. Educational Leadership K-12, Ed.S. Superintendent, Ed.S. Generalist, Central Office/Superintendent Certification Only Programs

"Believe you can and you’re halfway there."

Degrees Held:

Ed.D. Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis (University of Missouri-Columbia)
Ed.S. Superintendent – Northwest Missouri State University
M.S. Elementary/Middle School Administration – Northwest Missouri State University
B.S. Elementary and Middle School Education – Minors: Math and Science

Career Highlights:

Becoming one of the few women in the state of Missouri to serve as a head superintendent
Being recognized as new Superintendent of the Year for the state of Missouri
Writing and publishing a book with my father, who spent 45 years as a professor at Northwest Missouri State University
Career positions include middle school science and math teacher, elementary principal, special education coordinator, superintendent of schools and professor
Indispensable Women of the Year award (Northwest Missouri State University)
Former lead sponsor of KIDS (Kind Individuals Dedicated to Students) – an organization that brings in the school-age children from the community and provides an evening every month to share stories, play games and create crafts
Numerous committees (past and current) including but not limited to Faculty Senate President, Faculty Senate Senator, Graduate Council, Student Faculty Discipline, Grade Appeals, Secondary Education Coordinating Council, Retention/Recruitment/Completion, Promotion and Tenure, International Programs and Studies
Redesigned the Ed.S. programs to launch online
Recognized for outstanding service (Northwest Missouri State University Faculty Senate)
Service Award given by Northwest Missouri State University recognizing exceptional sustained contributions and advisement to students at the university

Which online degree program(s) do you teach?

Ed.S. – Educational Leadership K-12

Why did you start teaching?
Growing up with parents who were educators instilled in me the importance of education, hard work and contributing to the future of our world. From an early age, I learned that education has the power to shape lives and create opportunities. Their example inspired me to dedicate my own life to making a difference in the lives of children and helping create a better future for generations to come.
What advice would you give to your online students?
Always do your best, shoot for the moon, never be afraid to ask questions, believe in yourself and remember the importance of finding a healthy balance between work and your personal life.
What do you do when you need a laugh?
Every night going to bed, I watch "The Munsters." It makes my heart happy and puts a smile on my face before falling asleep.
What qualities make someone particularly successful as an educator?
Patience, passion and empathy

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