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James Holemon, Ph.D

Part Time Limited Term Faculty

Teacher Education, Leadership & Counseling, Department of

holemon_james@columbusstate.edu

View CV/Résumé

Education, K-12, Leadership

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Education and Certifications

SRT BUSINESS EDUCATION (6-12)
SRL EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP - TIER II
Postgraduate Professional License (Admin and Supervision PreK-12, Business and Information Technology) -VA
Division Superintendent License -VA

Biography

My name is Dr. James A. Holemon Jr. I am a proud husband and father of three exceptional children. Originally from Virginia, where I commenced my educational career, I transitioned from the financial sector to pursue a teaching opportunity. I began as a Business Education instructor at a high school in Virginia and later transitioned to a middle school within the same school district.

I hold Master's degrees in Curriculum and Instruction-Teacher Leader from Regent University and in Educational Leadership from Hampton University. My extensive educational and teaching experience culminated in an appointment as an Assistant Principal in an elementary school. Seeking experience in secondary education, I was fortunate to serve as an Assistant Principal and Principal at a middle school. During my tenure as Principal, I pursued further professional development by earning a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Old Dominion University.

Throughout my doctoral program, I gained valuable insights that enhanced my leadership abilities and significantly increased my impact on students, faculty, and the community I served. My experience as a middle school Principal was particularly transformative, as I cultivated lasting relationships and positively influenced the trajectories of numerous students.

I firmly believe in lifelong learning and continuous improvement. This aspiration to enhance my role as an educational leader led me to my current position as Director of Leadership and Professional Development within Muscogee County School District. I am fortunate to collaborate with each division within the district and organize professional development opportunities. Furthermore, I plan professional development and learning opportunities for the Aspiring Principal and Aspiring Assistant Principal cohorts, Academic Coaches, and current Assistant Principals. This role is highly fulfilling, as it allows me to work with school leaders and provide them with the necessary resources to maximize student academic, emotional, and social outcomes.

Academic Areas

Educational Leadership
Business Education
Gifted Education

Research Interests

Underrepresentation of Black Males in Gifted Education