Blue Mountain Christian University School of Education

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

What an incredible day at the Blue Mountain Christian University School of Education! ❤️🍎

Yesterday, we hosted our inaugural Teacher Leader Summit: Lead Where You Stand, and we are so grateful to the school leaders and educators who joined us for a day of networking, learning, and professional growth. Your commitment to excellence in education and servant leadership is inspiring, and we were honored to have you on our campus.

A special thank you to Rip-Town Nutrition in Ripley for serving loaded teas to our participants throughout the day. We appreciate your support of educators and your willingness to invest in our event!

We would also like to extend a HUGE thank you to the local businesses, churches, organizations, and individuals who donated door prizes for our attendees. Your generosity helped make the day extra special, and we are grateful for the ways you poured into the educators who pour into others every day.
Special thanks to:
✨ Merle Norman and More – Sherry Bullard
✨ Stella's Boutique (Ripley)
✨ The Brew Coffee (Ripley)
✨ Liz Thurmond and BMCU Dual Enrollment
✨ First Baptist Church Ripley
✨ Ginger's Boutique (Corinth)
✨ Oakland Baptist Church Women's Ministry (Corinth)
✨ Nutrition on the Strip (Corinth)
✨ SoCo Grind (Corinth)
✨ Clausel Jewelry (Corinth)
✨ Downtown Allie Boutique (Corinth)

Our sincere appreciation goes to our outstanding presenters. Yesterday, we were privileged to learn from superintendents, assistant superintendents, principals, counselors, lead teachers, EL specialists, special education specialists, and instructional coaches. Together, they shared valuable insights on leadership, classroom management, school culture, student success, and educational excellence. Thank you for sharing your expertise and leadership with our participants.

Thank you to the BMCU Admissions Department for preparing goodie bags for our teachers and presenters. Your support helped make our guests feel welcomed and appreciated.

And a special thank you to Beth Benson (Beth's Balloons) for creating the beautiful balloon arch that greeted our attendees. It added the perfect touch to an exciting and memorable day!

Most importantly, thank you to every educator who attended. We hope you left encouraged, inspired, and equipped to continue making a difference in your schools and communities. This was our first Teacher Leader Summit, but it certainly will not be our last. We look forward to continuing this BMCU School of Education tradition for years to come and can't wait to see everyone again next year!

Thank you for helping us prove that leadership is not defined by a title—it is demonstrated through service, influence, and a commitment to excellence. Continue to Lead Where You Stand!

06/17/2026

NTSD Teachers attended the BMCU Teacher Leader Summit on 6/16/26.
Dawn McCabe, Dawn Bennett, & Kelsey Perkins.

We appreciate your investment into yourself and your students.

06/16/2026

🍎✨ Meet the Faculty of the Blue Mountain Christian University School of Education! ✨🍎

At BMCU, we are proud to prepare the next generation of educators through a faculty team that is passionate about teaching, mentoring, and serving future teachers. Our faculty bring decades of experience in K-12 and higher education and are committed to helping our students become effective, compassionate, and highly qualified educators.

📚 Dr. Ashley Coleman – Dean, School of Education
Dr. Coleman serves as the Dean of the School of Education and brings experience as a secondary English teacher, curriculum specialist, MTSS director, and educational leader and consultant. She holds a Doctor of Education in Teacher Leadership from Freed-Hardeman University and is a National Board Certified Teacher. Dr. Coleman is passionate about developing future educators, building strong school partnerships, and ensuring that BMCU graduates are prepared to make a meaningful impact in classrooms across Mississippi and beyond.

📚 Dr. Kyler Mahar – Assistant Professor of Education
Dr. Mahar serves as Assistant Professor of Education and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the School of Education. He is dedicated to helping teacher candidates connect educational theory to classroom practice and develop the skills necessary to become reflective, effective educators. His passion for student success and commitment to academic excellence make him a valuable mentor to future teachers.

📚 Mrs. Harley Gonzales – Instructor of Education & Social Media Representative
Mrs. Gonzales serves as an Instructor of Education and is also the School of Education's Social Media Representative. With a passion for literacy and teacher preparation, she works closely with students to develop instructional strategies that promote student learning and engagement. Her creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication to the teaching profession help inspire future educators both inside and outside the classroom.

📚 Mrs. Libby Young – Instructor of Education & University Supervisor
Mrs. Young serves as an Instructor of Education and University Supervisor, supporting teacher candidates throughout their field experiences and student teaching placements. A former school administrator and experienced educator, she provides invaluable mentorship and guidance as students transition from college classrooms to K-12 classrooms. Her dedication to student success and strong relationships with partner schools make her an essential part of the BMCU School of Education team.

Together, this faculty team is committed to preparing servant leaders who are equipped to teach, lead, and make a difference in the lives of students.

05/29/2026

💙💛

Ms. Bailey Rodgers was with us last Fall as a student teacher in 3rd grade, and we are so excited to have her back! 🐾

05/28/2026

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Over the next few days we will introduce our new staff for the 26/27 school year..

We will start with Mrs. Creshenda Robertson. She is definitely not new to NAES, but just recently graduated from BMC and will be moving into a certified role as part of the Kinder team this year! 🐾

05/26/2026

📣 Calling All Teacher Leaders! 🍎

Join us on June 16, 2026 for our Lead Where You Stand Teacher Leadership Summit at Blue Mountain Christian University!

This one-day event is designed for teachers who are already leading in their classrooms—or those who aspire to grow into leadership roles. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from fellow educators, collaborate, and gain practical strategies you can take back to your school immediately.

✨ Sessions led by superintendents, principals, counselors, and teacher leaders
✨ Networking with educators across the region
✨ CEUs available
✨ Breakfast and door prizes included (BMCU Dining Hall open for lunch)

👉 Register today: https://forms.office.com/r/Gqrna1NXDx

05/21/2026

We have some exciting news in the BMCU School of Education! 🎉

Please help us welcome Dr. Kyler Mahar to our team! He will be serving as a full-time faculty member, teaching both undergraduate and graduate education courses.

We are so excited about what Dr. Mahar brings to our program and can’t wait for our students to learn from him.

Welcome to BMCU SOE, Dr. Mahar! 👏🍎