Dr. Susan Rogers

Dr. Rogers has been a member of the Baker University faculty since 2006. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education in Mathematics from Pittsburg State University and a Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration from Kansas State University. At Baker, she has served as the Coordinator of the EdD program and taught numerous courses within the EdD programs. Dr. Rogers has advised 79 doctoral students to successful competition and defense of their dissertations. Some of her administrative experiences include serving the Topeka Unified School District as the Associate Superintendent of Learning and Instructional Services, the Associate Superintendent of Administrative Services, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and Learning, and Principal of Highland Park High School. Dr. Rogers’ administrative achievements include the development of an evaluation system based on The Framework for Teaching and the associated professional learning for certified and administrative employees, establishment of a professional development program for administrators, the development of a process for comprehensive school reform in all K-12 schools, the creation of at-risk preschool programs in five elementary schools, and the development of the Striving Toward Academic Responsibility (STARS) rewards program. She has chaired numerous North Central Accreditation Teams and has been active in national and state administrator and teacher organizations.