LARRY C. DUNN
Magnolia
Summary
Dynamic education leader with a proven track record at Texarkana Arkansas School District, expertly managing an $11.4 million federal grant while driving innovative curriculum development. Skilled in strategic planning and program oversight, I foster academic excellence and empower staff through coaching and mentoring, enhancing student opportunities across diverse educational pathways.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Magnet Programs and Enrollment
Texarkana Arkansas School District
Texarkana
07.2024 - Current
- Oversee the district’s magnet programs and enrollment initiatives, including managing the $11.4 million federal grant for Project Legacy awarded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP).
- Lead the development of innovative educational pathways for students in grades K-5, expanding opportunities for academic excellence.
- Implemented the PowerSchools Enrollment Platform to streamline and improve the district’s enrollment systems.
- Manage district-wide transfers and ensure compliance with Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education’s guidelines on school choice.
Director of Performing Arts
Magnolia School District
Magnolia
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Oversaw the district’s performing arts programs and managed the Performing Arts Center (MPAC).
- Led district-wide initiatives, including designing and implementing a comprehensive arts curriculum for elementary through high school students.
- Supervised performing arts staff, ensuring professional development and alignment with district goals.
- Instrumental in bringing innovative performance experiences to the district, including national and regional tours for high school ensembles.
Education
M.Ed. - Secondary Education
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05.2010
BME - Vocal/Keyboard
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR08.2007
Skills
- Grant management
- Program oversight
- Curriculum development
- Project leadership
- Strategic planning
- Coaching and mentoring
Affiliations
- President, Arkansas Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association (AR-ACDA)
- Certified Adjudicator, Arkansas Choral Directors Association (ArkCDA)
- Member, Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators (AAEA)
- Member, Arkansas Association of Federal Coordinators (AAFC)
- Member, Magnet Schools of America (MSA)
- Board Member, Southwestern Division of the American Choral Directors Association (SWACDA)
Certification
- 203, Vocal Music-Standard (PK-8), 12/31/27
- 204, Vocal Music-Standard (7-12), 12/31/27
- 276, Building Level Administration (P-12), 12/31/27
- 277, District Administrator (P-12), 12/31/07
- 280, Curriculum/Program Administrator (P-12), 12/31/27
Presentations And Invited Lectures
- Headliner, Middle School/Secondary/Early High School Immersion Day, Southwestern Division of the American Choral Directors Association Conference, Denver, CO, 2024
- Panelist, Treble Chorus Insight Session, American Choral Directors Association National Conference, Cincinnati, OH, 2023
- Keynote Address, EMPOWERed to Dream, #EMPOWER EdTech Conference, Louisiana Association of Computer Using Educators/Louisiana Tech University, 2023
- Host, Sing UP! Sing ON!, Exploring Choral and Vocal Performance Opportunities in Arkansas Beyond High School, 2022
- Keynote Address, Resiliency, Remembering Your Why & Your Narrative, Southern Arkansas University Rising Educators Conference, 2022
- Keynote Address, Resiliency, Remembering Your Why & Your Narrative, Dallas Baptist University, 2022
Professional Service
- Member, College of Education Steering Committee, Southern Arkansas University, 2015
- Instructor, Upward Bound, Southern Arkansas University, 2014-2018
- Chair, Strategic Planning Committee, Magnolia School District, 2014
References
- Gwendolyn Adams, Assistant Superintendent, Texarkana Arkansas School District, 3435 Jefferson Avenue, Texarkana, AR, 71854, (430) 200-3009, gwen.adams@tasd7.net
- Chris Carter, Principal, Northside High School, N. 25th Street, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, (918) 774-5182, ccarter@ftsmithschools.org
- Cherie Collins, Past President, Arkansas Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association, 130 CR 7185, Jonesboro, AR, 72405, (701) 720-2338, cacollinsacda@gmail.com
- Kaitlyn Mahaffey-McGee, Director of Choral Activities, Elmwood Middle School, 1610 South 13th Street, Rogers, AR, 72758, (870) 818-1968, kaitlyn.mahaffey@rpsar.net
- Malik McBride, Associate Director of Greek Life, University of Arkansas, Walton Hall, 1 University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, (870) 904-3560, mcbride.mm85@gmail.com
Clinician And Honor Choir Engagements
- ArkCDA Region 4 Senior SSAA/Treble Honor Chorus, 2024
- ArkCDA Region 2 Junior Mixed Honor Choir, 2022
- ArkCDA Region 5 Junior SSA/Treble Honor Chorus, 2021
- Little Rock School District All-City Sixth Grade Honor Choir, 2018
- ArkCDA Region 4 Junior SSA/Treble Honor Chorus, 2018
- ArkCDA Region 6 Junior SSA/Treble Honor Chorus, 2017
Honors And Awards
- Southern Arkansas University Educational Leadership Hall of Fame Inductee, 2024
- SEC/CFP Extra Yard for Teachers Award, 2022
- United Community Organization’s Trailblazer Award, 2022
- Arkansas Choral Directors Association Distinguished Director Award, 2015, 2022
- Arkansas Choral Directors Association Region 3 Director of the Year, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2024
- Magnolia Chamber of Commerce Educator of the Year Award, 2017
- Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Regional Finalist, 2014
Timeline
Director of Magnet Programs and Enrollment
Texarkana Arkansas School District
07.2024 - Current
Director of Performing Arts
Magnolia School District
07.2019 - 06.2024
M.Ed. - Secondary Education
Southern Arkansas University
BME - Vocal/Keyboard
Southern Arkansas University