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Dr. Penny Thompson is an Adjunct Lecturer in Education at Cumberland University, affiliated with the Millard and JJ Oakley School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts. She holds a B.S. from Belmont University, M.S. and Ed.S. from Tennessee Technological University, and a Ph.D. in Literacy Studies from Middle Tennessee State University.
- B.S., Belmont University
- M.S., Tennessee Technological University
- Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
- Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
Her research focuses on early literacy development, special education, and educational leadership. She emphasizes high-quality education accessibility and the critical role of reading/writing proficiency in early childhood.
Dr. Thompson has served on advisory boards such as the Early Literacy Advisory Task Force, Commissioners Early Literacy Council, and Reading 360 Literacy Advisory Council. She currently chairs the Middle Tennessee State Advisory Committee.
- Byars Dowdy Teacher of the Year (2000)
- LSSD Grades K-5 Teacher of the Year (2000)
- Tennessee State Supervisor of the Year (2022-23)
In her career, she has held roles including Instructional Coordinator, Pre-K Director, and Assistant Principal in the Lebanon Special School District. Her professional philosophy prioritizes equitable educational opportunities for all children.
