Dr. Kirkpatrick is the Director of Undergraduate Programs in Education and Professor of Education. She teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary education. Dr. Kirkpatrick taught in Pennsylvania public schools for 21 years, teaching in grades six, second, and kindergarten. She has also held administrative positions as a director of early learning and vice principal. Dr. Kirkpatrick enjoys all levels of education and is excited to share her experiences with LBC students and to support teacher candidates as they prepare to enter the exciting field of education.

In her free time, Dr. Kirkpatrick enjoys traveling with her husband to visit their three grown children, relaxing at their family cabin, exploring antique shops, and experiencing new restaurants.

Education:

EdD in Educational Leadership, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
EdS in Educational Leadership, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
MATS in Theological Studies, Liberty University, Baptist Theological Seminary, Lynchburg, VA
BS in Education, Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA

Publications/Creative Works:

A Phenomological Study that Examines the Perseverance of Young Single Mothers Who Have Earned Their College Degree (dissertation)

Verse:

Ephesians 2:10 says, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do”