Sara Platt

Sara Platt is an Assistant Dean and Director of Assessment and Accreditation at the University of Mississippi's School of Education, where she also serves as an Assistant Professor of Special Education. Her work focuses on educational assessment and the integration of instructional technology in special education contexts.

• BA in Psychology, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
• M.Ed. in Educational Psychology, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (2001)
• Ed.S. in School Psychology, Emporia State University (2008)
• Ph.D. in Education (Special Education focus), University of Mississippi (2017)

Dr. Platt's research bridges the gap between special education and technological innovation, emphasizing how digital tools can enhance assessment practices and instructional strategies. She actively explores policy implications of technology adoption in PK-12 education, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Her professional accolades include the Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential. She has presented her work on technology and special education at local, state, and international conferences.

• Licensed special education teacher in Mississippi (Mild/Moderate and Severe/Profound Disabilities)
• Certified school psychologist in Mississippi

Dr. Platt contributes to the MS Digital Learning Website and was involved in a University of Mississippi grant project funded by the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund, analyzing virtual, hybrid, and in-person instruction during the pandemic. This research examined longitudinal academic outcomes (2018-2022) and qualitative impacts across Mississippi school districts.