Danielle Dehm

Danielle Dehm serves as Assistant Professor in the Educational Administration Department at the State University of New York at Oswego, where she has taught for 20 years. Her extensive background includes 19 years as a school Principal, 5 years as Assistant Principal, and 10 years as a kindergarten teacher in the Batavia City School District, providing deep practical insights for aspiring educational leaders.

Her educational credentials comprise:

• B.S. in Elementary Education, St. Bonaventure University
• M.S. in Learning and Behavioral Disorders, SUNY Buffalo
• C.A.S. in Educational Administration, SUNY Brockport
• Ed.D. in Executive Leadership, St. John Fisher College (2020)
• Superintendent Development Program, SUNY Oswego

Dr. Dehm's research examines empathy interventions in educational settings, organizational change dynamics, and systemic racism in schools. Her dissertation on the Friendship Workshop model established her expertise in social-emotional learning, while her current participation in Rochester's Exploring Racism Group demonstrates ongoing commitment to equity-focused educational leadership. She integrates these research strands into practical frameworks for school administrators.

Her professional honors include:

• SAANYS McClelland Award
• Region 11 Elementary Principal of the Year
• NYS Elementary Principal of the Year
• Victor Chamber of Commerce Women of Excellence Finalist

As an advisor, Dr. Dehm has mentored hundreds of educational leaders through SUNY Oswego, University of Rochester, NYSCOSS, and SAANYS programs. Her guidance extends through formal coursework, internship supervision, and personalized coaching for current administrators. She actively shapes leadership development through SUNY Oswego's Program Advisory Council and continues to influence policy via her SAANYS Region 11 Board role as Outreach Coordinator.