Ashley E. McCombs

Privileged leader of an exceptional team of educators, dedicated staff members, supportive parents, and the most remarkable students. Committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for every learner, students and adults alike. Proud of accomplishments achieved as a collective, including: recognition as a National Blue Ribbon School, Alabama State School of Character, Lighthouse School through Leader in Me, as well as accolades as a Common Sense Media School, PLTW Distinguished School, recipient of a Promising Practice through Character.org, and numerous acknowledgements as a high performing school by the State of Alabama. Fosters an evolving culture of shared ownership with systems and structures that enable every learner to: recognize their value and worth, feel a sense of belonging, express gratitude, lead from the heart, and appreciate diverse perspectives knowing that they help us grow into the best version of ourselves. Ambitious learner who is eager to collaborate with esteemed colleagues to design and implement professional learning experiences that are authentic, customized, and memorable. Seeker of possibilities...

• Samford University, HOPE Institute, Participant, 2020-2022; 2023-Present
• All In Mountain Brook, Board Member, Communications Team, 2019-2021
• Eastern Women’s Junior Committee of 50, Board Member, Correspondence Secretary, 2010-2012

• Google Certified Educator: Level 1 Certification (2021)
• Voyager Sopris: LETRS Administrator Certification (2021)
• IBCCES Student Mental Health, Specialist (2019, 2021)
• 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Site-Based Trainer (2014-2019)
• Columbia University: Teachers College Homegrown Institute, Student (2013)
• American Red Cross: First Aid, CPR & AED Certifications (2012-Present)
• Managing Conflict Safely (MCS) Certification (2012-Present)
• Columbia University: Teachers College Reading Institute, Student (2011, 2012)
• Academy of Orton-Gillingham: Part I Certification (2011)

• Marquis Who’s Who in America (73rd Ed.), 2020
• Guide to Today’s Most Influential People
• Samford University, 2010, Alto Luther Garner Scholarship Award
• National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, 2007; 2016, Middle Childhood Generalist; Recertification
• Cambridge Who’s Who, 2007-2008, Registry of Executives and Professionals, Honored Member
• State of Alabama Department of Education, 2004, Highly Qualified Teacher Status (Grades P-12)

• MBS Learning Conference, Listen ~ Learn ~ Lead, Start with Student Voice, 2017
• MBS Learning Conference, CANVAS: Getting Started, Setting Up the Basics, 2017
• MBS Learning Conference, Teaching Students to Ask Their Own Questions, 2017
• Samford Finland Summit, Amplifying Curiosity and Creativity Through Student Voice, 2017
• Learning Forward Annual Conference, Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in Today’s Schools, 2010

• The Commitment-Based Teacher: Cultivating Professional Character for Lasting Impact, Hoaglund, A. & Birkenfeld, K., Kendall Hunt Publishing, 2023
• The Commitment-Based Leader, Hoaglund, A. & Birkenfeld, K., Kendall Hunt Publishing, 2024

• Marquis Who’s Who in America: Guide to Today’s Most Influential People (73rd Ed.) (2020)
• Alto Luther Garner Scholarship Award, Samford University (2010)
• National Board for Professional Teaching Standards: Middle Childhood Generalist (2007, 2016)
• Cambridge Who’s Who: Registry of Executives and Professionals, Honored Member (2007-2008)
• State of Alabama Department of Education: Highly Qualified Teacher Status (PK-12th) (2004)