CWW Member Profiles Carrie L. Mitchell Associate Professor Siena Heights University Temperance, MI Carrie L. Mitchell is being recognized by Continental Who’s Who as a Pinnacle Professor in the field of Education and in acknowledgment of her work at the Michigan Association of Colleges and Siena Heights University.
Siena Heights University. She is proud to educate the next generation of Special Education teachers using her 25 years of experience in the field. She is professionally affiliated with the Directors and Representatives of Teacher Education Programs, the Michigan Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, and the Council for Exceptional Children.
Dr. Carrie L. Mitchell is a respected Professor with over 25 years of teaching experience. Dr. Mitchell has taught as an Associate Professor of Education at Siena Heights University for the past ten years. She is involved with the school as a Chairperson of the University’s Special Education Department (founded in 2012). Dr. Mitchell is known for her expertise in genetic disorders and neurological disorders, and is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities.
Before pursuing her career in Education, Dr. Mitchell attended the University of Toledo, where she earned both a Master’s degree and a Doctor of Education degree. She has been recognized for her professional excellence by 24-7 Press Release in 2021 and in the Reflections section of the Online Magazine for Alumni and Friends of Siena Heights University. She was nominated for the Siena Heights University Outstanding Professor Award twice in recognition of her valuable contributions to her students and fellow colleagues.
At Siena Heights University, students have access to affordable and student-focused education. The school has recently been awarded two Best Online Programs awards from US News and World Report for their Bachelor’s degree and Veteran’s Bachelor’s degree programs. The school has been among the highest-ranked online schools in Michigan for the past five years.
Dr. Mitchell attributes her success to her passion for her job, and enjoying her work with her students and fellow educators. As she plans her future, Dr. Mitchell plans to continue to contribute to professional journals, and will retire soon.
Highly involved with the University, Dr. Mitchell is the Chairperson of the Siena Heights University Institutional Review Board Committee. Dr. Mitchell has authored degree programs and certification programs for
For more information, visit https://global.sienaheights.edu/.
Jill Platt President/Principal Notre Dame Prep Academy Scottsdale, Arizona Jill Platt is being recognized by Continental Who’s Who as a Top Executive in the field of Education and in acknowledgment for her roles as President & Principal at Notre Dame Preparatory.
an associate principal of Gorden Tech High School and the vice principal of Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts. In more recent years, Ms. Platt has gained valuable expertise in her role as an adjunct professor at DePaul University. She had also thrived as the president and principal of All Hallows Academy.
A Diocesan Catholic High School, Notre Dame Preparatory is dedicated to upholding their mission of ”the promotion of academic excellence and the pursuit of holiness through the shared values of Reverence, Respect, & Responsibility, out of love for Jesus Christ.” Instilling a strong spiritual foundation, Ms. Platt and her staff continuously provide a safe environment for students to feel loved and supported in their physical and social-emotional development while also learning the Catholic faith. Through innovation and visionary focus, student-centered learning opportunities and resources are designed to develop the mind, body, and soul.
An academic scholar, Ms. Platt completed her undergraduate studies at Northern Arizona University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in speech communication and business. In 2001, continued her studies with a Master of Education in Curriculum and instruction from Arizona State University. Later, she graduated from Loyola University obtaining her Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration in 2009. To further her professional development, Ms. Platt maintains active affiliations with the National Catholic Educators Association, the Principals Round Table for Growing Leaders and the National Association for Secondary Principals.
Revered as a leader in her field, Ms. Platt has 26 years of experience thriving in teaching and academic administration. She encompasses vast knowledge and experience as an executive leader and strategic developer. Ms. Platt’s acclaimed career began as a teacher and registrar for Xavier College Preparatory from 1994-1998. Later, she transferred to Brophy College Preparatory, working as an educational technology administrator from 1998 until the mid-2000s. Shifting to academic administration, Ms. Platt served as vice-principal of Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School; WINTER 2022
In recognition of her early professional successes, Ms. Platt was presented with the Technology Integration Award from the National Catholic Educators Association in 2000. For further information, please visit https://www.ndpsaints.org/.
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