Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD

Passionate about closing equity gaps by helping educational leaders improve systems. Author of "Where the Science of Improvement Meets the Heart of Leadership."

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Big day! Presales are open for my book "Where the Science of Improvement Meets the Heart of Leadership" (@routledgebooks). It's a practical, usable guide that blends improvement science with cultural conditions needed for meaningful, system-wide change. Ships January 30.

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

These 2 amazing leaders sent me a message saying they’re ready for a snow-in—they’ve got their reading in hand! So fun seeing this book out in the world for the first time. I hope the leadership stories & focus on building a positive culture warm readers from the inside out.

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Link: https://t.co/VBN9YhW4TW

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Grateful to Dave Schuler @AASAHQ for this generous endorsement of "Where the Science of Improvement Meets the Heart of Leadership." Their support for #EdLeaders & advocacy for equity-focused school system improvement reflects the very heart of this work.❤️#ImprovementScience

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Just in time for Valentine’s!
My book Where the Science of Improvement Meets the HEART of Leadership releases Feb 2026 in ebook, paperback, & hardcover (@routledgebooks). Because the best way to LOVE children is to improve the schools and districts that serve them. ❤️ 📘

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Culture matters! ❤️ 😘

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

@CollegeFBonX @ohiou @OhioFootball!! #OUohyeah

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Love the bustle of a new year on Purdue’s campus. We welcomed our newest PhD in Educational Leadership & Policy + Superintendent Licensure cohort, shared dissertation topics and insights across cohorts, and connected with colleagues! @Dr_A_Johnson @Christine_RK1

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

@JonHusted Welcome hOUme!! 💚 🐾 ⛳️ #ForeverOHIO

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Answer: @ohiou Principal Program student on @Jeopardy live tonight (June 5) at 7:00.
Question: Who is Sarah?

Clear your calendar and cheer on @OHIOPattonCOE’s very own Educational Leadership student, Sarah! 🎉📺💡🎬👏 #PattonProud

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Excited to be publishing with @RoutledgeEOE via @WeAreTandF! ✅Publisher review, peer reviews, editorial board approval, then final contract signed! Excited to share this book supporting #edleaders driving continuous improvement, building positive culture, and advancing equity.

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

What’s better than celebrating students getting advanced education degrees at graduation? Doing so alongside amazing colleagues! #Graduation2025 #ForeverOhio

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

So proud to join the 128 folks (wow!) who signed up to testify at the @ohiosenate Senate Hearing on HB96 today. My testimony is attached! #FairSchoolFunding

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Wait… is that me on a trading card?! What a fun surprise at the @ohiou Spotlight on Learning Conference—I had no idea these were being made! Honored (and a little amused!) to be featured among such thoughtful and creative AI leaders. #GottaCatchEmAll

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Boiler up!!

[Purdue University @LifeAtPurdue]

Purdue is one of 10 public universities nationally to be named a “New Ivy” by @Forbes.

This recognition highlights the institutions employers are turning to instead of traditional Ivy League universities. Learn more. 👇 https://t.co/oToiQizBtb

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Joining in on the action figure fun… It’s amazing what one can do with just a laptop, chart paper & markers, coffee, and a whole lot of passion for supporting school and district leaders! @OHIOPattonCOE @ohiou #CALLEDtoLead

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

It was such a joy to present the We-Note (a Keynote with amazing colleagues) and lead a breakout session at @ohiou Spotlight on Learning Conference! To top it all off, I loved celebrating our incredible scholars—especially the fabulous Fatiha from @OHIOPattonCOE!

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

When you need encouragement, just ask for it! Thanks, #AI! Let’s do this!!

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

Thanks for spreading the love, @ThomasAStevens2! 💕 @OHIOPattonCOE

[Marci Shepard, PhD, EdD @MarciShepard]

@oasbo, thanks for hosting a great workshop this week on school treasurer and HR offices leading with AI!