Gracie Branch has extensive work experience in the field of school administration and professional development. Gracie most recently worked as the Associate Executive Director of Professional Learning at the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) since October 2019. Prior to that, they held the position of Executive Director of the Oklahoma Association of Elementary School Principals at the Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration from July 2011 to October 2019. Gracie'sresponsibilities included overseeing daily operations, coordinating statewide training sessions, managing budgets and technology implementation, and writing articles for a publication.
Gracie Branch attended the University of Oklahoma from 2005 to 2011, where they pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Educational Leadership and Administration, General. In addition to this, Gracie Branch obtained several certifications, including National Board Certification in December 2000 for Early Childhood Generalist, Administrative Certification in August 1997 for Elementary Principal, and Elementary Certification in August 1981. The institution from which these certifications were obtained is not specified.
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National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP)
National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) leads in the advocacy and support for elementary and middle-level principals and other education leaders in their commitment for all children. In 2008, NAESP embarked on an ambitious—and achievable—strategic plan to best lead, serve, and support elementary and middle-level principals today and in the future. NAESP will strive to continue to be principal-led, member-driven, and business-focused. A core focus of our work will be to ensure that principals have what they need to lead learning communities. NAESP is committed to providing the research, tools, learning experiences, and networking that enable our members to understand and prepare students to be highly adaptive learners in a rapidly changing world.