Kathy Nash

Dr. Kathy Nash has dedicated twenty-five distinguished years to supporting students in her career in education. Her experience spans various roles, including elementary teacher supporting special education, English learners, and gifted and talented students.

As an elementary and middle school principal, she served in Title 1 schools, driven by a passion to empower leaders to serve marginalized youth.

Her commitment to fostering potential continued as a Title 1 coordinator for English learners and as a teacher on special assignment, where she inspired and empowered her staff. Her exceptional contributions were recognized with the titles of Teacher of the Year in Corona Norco Unified and ACSA Principal of the Year in Chino Unified.

Academically, Dr. Nash holds a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, CLAD Certificate, Administrative Services Credential, a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Doctorate Degree in Organizational Leadership. With her doctorate, she served as an adjunct professor, serving on a dissertation committee, and as a course developer for Brandman University in extended education.

Beyond her administrative and teaching roles, Dr. Nash has significantly influenced educational policy. As a State Legislative committee member for ACSA on human resources and curriculum and instruction, she advocated for practical educational laws.

She continues to make an impact through her published educational articles for ACSA, the Principal’s Network, and LinkedIn.

Adding to her diverse background, Dr. Nash was a small business owner before entering education, bringing a unique perspective to Lifted to Lead.