Misty Henry

Prof. Misty Henry serves as a Professor in the School of Education at Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SNU), joining in 2022. She holds a B.A. (2006, University of Louisville), B.S. (2014, University of Oklahoma), and M.S. (2018, University of Oklahoma). Her career includes roles such as Online Virtual Teacher for Twelve OKCPS Schools during the pandemic, Gifted and Talented Coordinator, K-4 Teacher, and Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Oklahoma. From 2021–2022, she served as an Instructional Coach for Extended Educational Services across 12 sites, including hospitals and juvenile detention centers. Her research focuses on teacher quality assessment, principal instructional roles, and K-12 educational strategies. She has published three notable articles on these themes. Beyond academia, she enjoys family travel, outdoor activities, and creative hobbies like painting and pottery.

Education:

• B.A., 2006, University of Louisville
• B.S., 2014, University of Oklahoma
• M.S., 2018, University of Oklahoma

Research Interests: Prof. Henry explores how teacher quality impacts student outcomes, the role of principals in instructional leadership, and effective pedagogical strategies in diverse educational settings such as hospitals and detention centers. Her work emphasizes practical recommendations for improving educational practices and policies.

Advising & Grants: While no formal grants are listed, her roles as a Research Assistant and Instructional Coach highlight her involvement in applied educational initiatives. She has advised students indirectly through her teaching and coaching roles but no named advisees are specified.