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Brian Jones

Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness

Email:bjones@odessa.edu
Phone #1:432.335.6342
Office:ADMIN 210A
Education:

Ed.D.– Organizational Leadership | Abilene Christian University
Education Leadership-Principal Certification | Lamar University
M.M.Ed.− Music Education | Texas Tech University
B.M.Ed. – Music Education | Texas Tech University
AA Music | Ä¢¹½TVÏÂÔØ

Experience:
Vice President | Ä¢¹½TVÏÂÔØ
Coach | Achieving The Dream
Executive Director for Professional Learning | Ä¢¹½TVÏÂÔØ
Principal | Ector County ISD
Teacher | Ector County ISD
Music Director | Life Challenge

Biography:

Dr. Brian Jones is the Vice President for institutional effectiveness at Ä¢¹½TVÏÂÔØ. As a former first-generation college student, he champions a culture that prioritizes student engagement, fosters a sense of belonging, and drives innovation in teaching and learning. He earned his Master of Education from Texas Tech University and educational leadership with principal certification at Lamar University. His career has included roles as a public school teacher, middle school principal, and executive director of professional learning, leading to his present role overseeing institutional effectiveness.

Dr. Jones’ research is concentrated on supporting homeless students, particularly through the lens of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. His dedication to educational equity is also evident from his appointment to the Texas Commission on Community College Finance by Governor Greg Abbott and his role in the pivotal enactment of HB8.

Driven by a strong dedication to education’s power to create change, Dr. Jones is fully committed to enhancing student support systems in order to optimize educational results and make a positive impact on society. Residing in Odessa, Texas, with his spouse Marie; their children, Thomas and Alexander; and their dog, Leopold, Dr. Jones continues to use his personal experiences and professional insights to advocate for comprehensive support and efficiency within educational institutions.

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