Samantha McLendon

Samantha McLendon is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education and Speech-Language Pathology. With 16 years of experience in public education, she has served as both an elementary teacher and a PK-12 principal. In addition to her leadership and teaching roles, Samantha is a certified school psychometrist, bringing a comprehensive understanding of student assessment and educational practices to her academic work. Driven by a passion to help students succeed, she is currently pursuing a doctorate in Rural Education to further enhance her ability to support diverse learners in underserved communities.