Dennis L. Stockdale
Jeffersonville
Summary
Dedicated educational leader with three decades of experience in K-12 education, currently retired from the East Washington School Corporation, with a proven track record of enhancing curriculum, infrastructure, and community involvement, along with distinguished recognition for innovative educational practices. Committed to leveraging technology and 21st-century learning standards to prepare students for future success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Director
Shawe Memorial Jr./Sr. High School
- Coordinated athletics programs and scheduling, managed budget for all athletic needs.
Superintendent of Schools
East Washington School Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Direct all school functions for a district serving 1400 students.
- Act as Chief Financial Officer, managing budgets and financial planning.
- Lead strategic planning initiatives to align district programming with community goals.
- Led staff development to redefine classroom instruction and engagement.
- Successfully brought in additional revenue source to help offset the loss in revenue.
- Completely renovated outdated HVAC systems in all three buildings
- Improved the functionality of the learning spaces.
- Developed a Career Academy concept for High School Students
- Retired
Superintendent of Schools
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Direct all school functions for a district serving 1,750 students.
- Act as Chief Financial Officer, managing budgets and financial planning.
- Lead strategic planning initiatives to align district programming with community goals.
- Successfully oversaw the renovation of JE Ober Elementary School and the construction of a new Garrett High School, implementing a comprehensive K-12 1:1 integration of digital tools.
- Introduced and implemented a Career Academy concept K-12
- Served as the Executive Director of DeKalb County’s Head Start program and was a member of the DeKalb Health Board of Directors.
Adjunct Instructor
Defiance College
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Developed and taught the Teacher Leadership course for Master’s students.
Assistant Superintendent
South Ripley Community School Corporation
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Managed K-12 curriculum, aligning with Indiana Academic Standards.
- Coordinated state testing programs (ISTEP+, NWEA MAP) and compliance with federal education laws.
- Led professional development activities for staff to enhance educational practices.
- Developed long-range plans for facility usage and informed the Board on educational best practices.
Teacher
South Ripley Community School Corporation
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Developed a new science lab funded by a $30,000 grant.
- Taught Junior High Science
Teacher
Prince of Peace Catholic Schools
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Middle School Science and Health
- Other Teaching Roles
Teacher
Southwestern High School
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Health and Physical Education
- Other Teaching Roles
Teacher
South Dearborn School Corporation
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Middle School Science
- Other Teaching Roles
Education
Ed.S. - Superintendent's Licensure
Indiana State University
M.Ed. - undefined
Indiana Wesleyan University
Teacher Certification - Health, K-12 Physical Education, and General Science
Hanover College
B.G.S. - Science Emphasis
Indiana University Southeast
Skills
- Organizational strategy development
- Educational program development
- Community involvement strategies
- Financial budget oversight
- Technology-enhanced learning
- Team development and leadership
- Policy formulation
- Inspiring leadership abilities
Accomplishments
- Selected by Education Week Magazine as One of Fifteen Leaders to Learn From (2013).
- Led initiatives resulting in significant increases in graduation and academic achievement rates, even in the midst of rising student mobility and socioeconomic challenges.
- Authored and presented monthly community workshops on school governance and instructional practices.
- Awarded 4-Star status for both Garrett High School and Garrett Middle School, and recognized as an Indiana Distinguished Title I School for JE Ober Elementary.
- Established partnerships with local leaders to bolster educational support for top-performing students.
- Awarded in 2017 the Lorin A. Burt Outstanding Educator for the State of Indiana by The Indiana School Boards Association
Timeline
Superintendent of Schools
East Washington School Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2023
Adjunct Instructor
Defiance College
01.2009 - 01.2010
Superintendent of Schools
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2016
Assistant Superintendent
South Ripley Community School Corporation
01.2002 - 01.2007
Teacher
South Ripley Community School Corporation
01.1997 - 01.1999
Teacher
Prince of Peace Catholic Schools
01.1995 - 01.1997
Teacher
Southwestern High School
01.1994 - 01.1995
Teacher
South Dearborn School Corporation
01.1993 - 01.1994
Athletic Director
Shawe Memorial Jr./Sr. High School
M.Ed. - undefined
Indiana Wesleyan University
Teacher Certification - Health, K-12 Physical Education, and General Science
Hanover College
B.G.S. - Science Emphasis
Indiana University Southeast
Ed.S. - Superintendent's Licensure
Indiana State University
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