Support for Students in PK-12 Educational Leadership

Our Department of Educational Leadership provides three robust academic programs (MAE, EdS, EdD) for graduate students to pursue degrees and licensure in PK-12 educational administration and supervision. 

We want to support graduate students in our program as they strive to develop and sustain PK-12 learning environments that are robust, socially just, and culturally relevant to better meet all students’ needs.

We are hosting this fundraiser to provide our students with financial support to offset institutional charges. Support may vary in amounts per graduate student in PK-12 educational administration programs.

Thank you for your consideration in supporting this important endeavor!

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Student and alumni testimonials:

To encapsulate my experience at Ball State University for my EdS and EdD, I would describe the programs with two words: supportive and rigorous. All of my professors were compassionate and courteous to the fact that I was a working mom and wife. The Graduate School - Educational Leadership team became more like family to me throughout the years. The coursework has prepared me for much more than I could have imagined. With the education provided from Ball State University, I have had the opportunity to move across the United States and thrive in the profession of education.

Jonique Burton, EdD (’20), EdS (’12)
Principal, Early College Academy, Los Angeles Unified School District

Rochelle Maynard, Anticipated EdD ('23)

PK-8 Principal/Curriculum Director

I graduated from BSU in the Ed Leadership Department in 2003 with my EdS and in 2004 with my EdD. It was during that last year that I received a scholarship through the program that made it possible for me to complete my research for my doctorate and my degree. I am currently as Associate Clinical Professor in the program after serving several different public school districts as a principal and as an Assistant Superintendent. I enjoy working with our students at Ball State and enjoy watching them grow into leadership position across IN and around the world!

Michael Shaffer, EdS ('03), EdD ('04)

Associate Clinical Professor of Educational Leadership

I value the work that the faculty of BSU’s district leadership program apply to make the degree(s) attainable to working professionals. Online/asynchronous programs are at risk for a lack of connections and relationships, but that is not the case. Despite never meeting in person, the genuine feeling that the faculty cares for you, your family and your ultimate success, is ever present. Receiving a scholarship is a reminder that your hard work and efforts do not go unnoticed and are valued by the faculty of the program.

Zach Dennis

Chief Financial Officer, Lebanon Community School Corporation