Kathleen Poe

Dr. Kathleen Poe is a faculty member at Youngstown State University (YSU) teaching the M.S.Ed. Educational Administration with Principal Licensure program. She specializes in training school leaders to integrate special education law and policy into daily administrative practices while fostering inclusive, compliant cultures in educational institutions.

Education
• Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, YSU, 2018
• M.Ed. in Special Education/Supervision, Kent State University, 1987
• B.S. in Education with Special Education Licensure, Miami University, 1984

Her research and professional focus centers on educational leadership, special education policy, and community-based partnerships to address societal shifts impacting student needs. She emphasizes creating holistic learning environments that cater to students' academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being.

Kathleen's career highlights include leading a National Blue Ribbon School, mentoring new administrators at Ursuline College, and presenting at national conferences on educational compliance and leadership. She advocates for reflective practice and engagement in formal education to bridge theory with real-world application.