Kathren Stehno

Dr. Kathren Stehno is an Assistant Professor at Southwestern Christian University since 2019, specializing in Elementary/Early Childhood Education. Her academic background includes an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from the University of Phoenix (2011), an M.Ed. in School Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma (1995), and a B.A. in Elementary Education from Oklahoma Baptist University (1979).

Dr. Stehno's research focuses on teacher efficacy in trauma-responsive education and data literacy for school improvement. She actively contributes to professional organizations like OACTE, OK Rural Research Alliance, and OSRHE Literacy Committee. Her teaching includes master's-level action research projects and undergraduate courses in early childhood education and social studies.

Her publications analyze leadership practices in literacy improvement and performance reviews of Oklahoma charter schools. Presentations address rural education challenges, teacher professional development, and data-driven school cultures. Office hours are Monday 1-4, Tues/Thurs 10-2, Wed 10-3, and Fridays by appointment.

Professionally, she emphasizes service through church ministry, Sunday School teaching, and music. Her mission integrates faith with education, affirming her commitment to student impact from kindergarten to higher education.