Shannon M. Oldham, M.Ed, serves as the Academic Dean at Uplift North Hills Preparatory, a position held since August 2006. With a diverse background in education, Shannon has also worked as an Academic Counselor and a high school teacher specializing in Forensic Psychology and Physical Education/Health, along with coaching the cross country and track teams. Prior experience includes serving as the Public Relations Coordinator at Head Start of Greater Dallas from 1999 to 2003, where Shannon successfully developed and executed public outreach campaigns to enhance media exposure and support marketing initiatives. Shannon holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration from Southern Methodist University and a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Psychology from Texas Christian University.