Dr. Chrystal Hodges

Associate Professor of Education and Coordinator of the Master of Education Program

OFFICE: EDHS Building 330
EMAIL: chodges@muw.edu
PHONE: 662-241-6949

About Dr. Hodges: 

  • B.A.Ed., Elementary Education with emphasis in English and Mathematics, University of Mississippi
  • M.Ed., Curriculum and Instruction with emphasis in Reading Literacy, University of Mississippi
  • Ed.S., Curriculum and Instruction, University of Mississippi 
  • Ed.D., Curriculum and Instruction with emphasis in Elementary Education, University of Mississippi

MS Educator Licensure Endorsements:

  • 116 – Elementary Education (K-3)
  • 117 – Elementary Education (4-6)
  • 119 – English ( 7-12)
  • 152 – Kindergarten – 4 (K-4)
  • 154 – Mathematics (7-12) 
  • 207 – Gifted (K-12)

Areas of Specialization: Elementary Education, Secondary English and Mathematics Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Reading/Literacy, Gifted Education, Teacher Research

Research Interest: Multicultural Education and Teacher Research

Personality Tagline & Statement: 

Empowering educators to learn with purpose, lead with integrity, and inspire lasting change.

I believe education is both a calling and a lifelong journey of growth and purpose. As an educator, I aim to model curiosity, reflection, and compassion while helping others discover their potential. I value effective communication and intentional practice as ways to achieve meaningful teaching and authentic leadership. My goal is to inspire educators to learn with purpose, lead with integrity, and make a lasting impact in the lives of their students and communities.