Dr. Shelley McIntosh holds a doctoral degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Houston. Her studies and research focus on the social, spiritual, and academic development of Black children; the spiritual voices of teachers, effective literacy instruction for African Americans, and biblical history. Her dedication to self-determination and the well-being of children are candidly expressed in her books: Mtoto House: Vision to Victory-Raising African American Children Communally, Genesis II: The Re-Creation of Black People, and A Principal’s Tale-Life in 31 Days. She has served as bishop, cardinal, national youth director, professor of urban education, English Language Arts coach, teacher, and principal. “The quest for collective freedom and power is a divine seed planted in each of us.”shelleymcintosh.com
