Staff Biography

Dr. Bock has served the Research and Curriculum Unit since 2003. As Associate Director, she provides leadership in the areas of workforce education and training, assessment, and operations. She provides oversight for public relations, the RCU Media Center, and publications as well as collaborates with internal and external resources and sponsoring agencies to sustain productivity and services of the RCU. She works with the director to develop and implement strategic initiatives for the career and technical education community. Dr. Bock also directs the Mississippi Vocational Exemplary Teaching Program. Prior to coming to the RCU, she served the Starkville Public Schools as a middle school teacher and librarian. She earned her PhD in educational administration and is a National Board Certified Teacher® in School Library Media. Her research interests include national board certification, teacher evaluation and coaching, career development, and information literacy.