Dr. Kara Witzke is the Founding Head of School at Joshua Academy, bringing extensive leadership experience from higher education. She previously served as an Assistant Dean at Oregon State University and a Department Chair at California State University San Marcos, holding a Ph. D. from Oregon State.
Kara is passionate about creating learning environments grounded in a biblical worldview. She and her husband have two sons and moved to Arkansas to establish Joshua Academy, showing a deep commitment to the schools mission and community.
After a long and successful career in university leadership, she pivoted to found a new K-12 school.
Kara Witzke
Founding Head of School at Joshua Academy
Van Buren, Arkansas, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Christian Education
Founded a new Christian school with a mission to ground academic excellence in a biblical worldview and help students discover God's story.
Academic Leadership
Her career includes roles as a Founding Head of School, Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, and Professor & Department Chair.
Hands-on Learning
Emphasizes guiding students in the pursuit of academic excellence through practical, hands-on learning experiences.
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Work History
4-2022
Founding Head of School at Joshua Academy
Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs at Oregon State University-Cascades
Program Lead & Instructor at Oregon State University-Cascades
Professor & Department Chair at California State University San Marcos
Associate Professor at Norfolk State University
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from Oregon State University
Master of Science - MS from California State University, Fullerton
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Location : Van Buren, Arkansas, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Founding Head of School at Joshua Academy
