Dena Tracy

Dena Tracy is an Assistant Professor of Education at Shorter University in Rome, Georgia. She has over two decades of experience in K–12 education, transitioning to academia in 2019. Her career spans teaching, leadership roles in elementary schools, and educational consulting.

• Assistant Professor of Education, Shorter University (2019–present)
• K–12 Social Studies Specialist, Floyd County School System (2017–2019)
• Teacher, Pepperell Elementary School (1998–2017)
• Teacher, McHenry Elementary School (1993–1998)

Educational Background

• Educational Leadership Certificate, University of West Georgia (2020)
• Educational Specialist (Ed.S.), Jacksonville State University (2009)
• Master of Education in Early Childhood Education, Jacksonville State University (1996)
• Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Jacksonville State University (1993)

Dena focuses on curriculum development, digital citizenship, and educational technology. She has been a certified Google Educator Level 2 and led initiatives in standardized testing and teacher mentorship. Her work bridges classroom practice with academic training.

She has received multiple honors, including Teacher of the Year awards and Cedartown Junior Service League Member of the Year recognitions.

In community roles, Dena has participated in disaster relief efforts, directed arts festivals, and served as a chaperone for student missions and educational trips.