Dr. Kathy has a BA degree in English and an MAED in English and Administration from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She has a Doctorate in Christian Education and Leadership from Logos University in Jacksonville, Florida. 

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Dr. Kathy, as a former teacher and assistant principal, pioneered as one of the first Black, newly appointed principals to open a new school in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina. Three years later, as a central office administrator, she successfully led Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ truancy and dropout prevention efforts by implementing several effective programs. She also worked in Rock Hill Schools,’ District 3 in South Carolina. As part of her desire to help other educators, her book, Wisdom Is the Principal Thing, is now  published. It is a quick reference book with tips for new school administrators. She has also written two children's books and is currently working on a children's series and a memoir.

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Upon retiring, Dr. Kathy founded her own consulting and publishing company, focusing on writing, coaching, conducting workshops and motivational speaking. She contracted with Central Piedmont Community College for seven years, teaching writing and research methods to students. She started an LLC in 2026 to raise her business to a new level. Hallspire Rising will continue featuring her gift for presenting for schools, churches, and non-profit organizations. With her variety of experiences, she plans to   share her a unique perspective and help others to overcome the typical barriers to success. Dr. Kathy has and will continue to seek ways to help others prosper personally, spiritually, and professionally.