Frank Dykes, Ed.D. The University of Texas at Tyler School of Education BEP 243 3900 University Blvd. Tyler, Texas 75799 fdykes@uttyler.edu (903) 565-5772 Education Doctor of Education Educational Leadership Stephen F. Austin State University, 2005 Dissertation: Overrepresentation of African Americans in Special Education Programs in East Texas Elementary Schools: A Multi-Case Study Master of Education Special Education and Educational Diagnostics The University of Texas at Tyler, 1996 Bachelor of Science in Education Elementary Education and Reading The University of Texas at Tyler, 1988 Academic Appointment 2007-Present Assistant Professor of Special Education, School of Education, University of Texas at Tyler Responsibilities:
Teach graduate and undergraduate coursework in online, hybrid and face to face format Serve on university, college, and departmental committees Program advising and recruitment Coordinate Educational Diagnostician Program Serve on faculty search committees Serve on thesis committees Supervise interns in Educational Diagnostician Program Serve as graduate advisor Develop online courses Declaration and maintenance of degree plans Other Work Experience 2006-2007 Director of Human Resources, Marshall Independent School District Responsibilities: Recruit, hire and retain personnel Monitor teacher performance measurement system Develop employee pay scale, health and benefits program, and provide staff development 2005-2006 Director of Special Programs, Marshall Independent School District Responsible for Dyslexia, 504, Special Education, Homebound and Health Services Supervision of Special Education staff Maintain federal and state budgets 2001-2005 Director of Special Education, Pine Tree Independent School District Managerial authority for the district Special Education program Supervision of staff Maintain federal and state budgets 1995-2001 Educational Diagnostician, Pine Tree Independent School District Assessment and measurement of students to determine educational need for special education services Administering a battery of assessment including intelligence and achievement as well as functional play-based assessment
Analyze and interpret testing data and determine placement options; Explaining and information regarding assessment with appropriate individuals Conducting Annual, Initial, Failure, Discipline, and Transfer ARDS Planning and implementing professional staff development 1991-1995 Classroom Teacher, Pine Tree Independent School District Develop and implement lesson plans and Individual Education Plans 1988-1991 Classroom Teacher, Jacksonville Independent School District Develop and implement lesson plans and Individual Education Plans Publications Peer Reviewed Journals Stephens, T. L., Dykes, F., Proctor, C., Moon, G., Gardner, R. L., Pethick, L. (2013). Ruling out exclusionary factors through the utilization of a response-to-intervention (RTI) model. The DiaLog 42(1), 5-13. Dykes, F., Gilliam, B. K., Neel, J., & Everling, K. (2012). Peeking inside Pandora s box: One university s journey into teacher education redesign Current Issues in Education, 15(2), 1-7. Gilliam, B. K., Dykes, F., Gerla, J., & Wright, G. (2011). Silent reading behaviors of adolescents. Reading Improvement, 48(3), 118-127. Thomas, S. B., & Dykes, F. (2011). Promoting successful transitions: What we can learn from RTI to enhance outcomes for all students. Preventing School Failure, 55(1), 1-9. Dykes, F., & Thomas, S. B. (2010). Research-based intervention strategies: Tools for the secondary principal s toolbox. Principal Leadership, 11(2), 26-30 Dykes, F. (2010). Transcending rainbow flags and pride parades: Preparing special education preservice educators to work with gay and lesbian youth. Southeastern Regional Association of Teacher Education (SRATE) Journal, 19(2), 36-43.
Dykes, F. (2009). RTI implementation challenges for rural elementary principals. Southeastern Teacher Education Journal, 2(2), 31-40. Dykes, F. (2008). National implications: Overrepresentation of African Americans in special education programs: A multi-case study. National Forum of Special Education Journal, 19(1), 1-16. Manuscripts Under Review Schmitt, A. L., Livingston, R. B., & Dykes, F. (2012, Under Review). A theoretical model for measuring change: Reliable change index. [Submitted 2/22/2012-Tools for Intervention and Practice in Schools]. Contribution: Response to Intervention section Thomas, S. B., & Dykes, F. (2012, Under Review). Families speak to early childhood educators: Expectations, impressions, and admonitions. [Submitted 5/23/2010-Journal of Research In Childhood Education]. Contribution: Introduction Manuscripts in Preparation Dykes, F. (2012). Addressing the critical needs of LGBT students with disabilities: Transition planning 101. [Manuscript in Preparation]. Presentations National/International Dykes, F., & Gilliam, B. K. (2012). Addressing the critical needs of LGBT students with disabilities: Transition planning 101. Session presented at the Council for Exceptional Children Annual International Conference, Denver, CO. Dykes, F. (2012). Effect on P-12 Learners: What are the ways we measure and evaluate our candidates effect on P-12 learners? Session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Austin, TX. Dykes, F., Gilliam, B. K., & Neel, J. (2011). Peeking inside Pandora s box: One university s journey into teacher educator preparation. Interactive paper session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Austin, TX. Dykes, F., Gilliam, B. K., & Hansen, B. (2010). Town and gown: Reforming teacher educator preparation through a university-school-community partnership. Session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference,
St. Louis, MO. Dykes, F. (2010). Keeping the plates spinning: Responsibilities in addition to teaching and scholarship. Session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO. Dykes, F. (2009). Transcending rainbow flags and pride parades: Preparing special education preservice educators to work with gay and lesbian youth. Session presented at the Council for Exceptional Children International Conference, Nashville, TN. Dykes, F. (2009). They don t care how much you know until they know how much you care: Instilling an ethic of care in preservice educators. Session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Charlotte, NC. Dykes, F. (2009). Transcending rainbow flags and pride parades: Preparing special education preservice educators to work with gay and lesbian youth. Session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Charlotte, NC. Dykes, F., & Gilliam, B. K. (2009). Who will teach Patrick? The ying and yang of inclusion. Poster presented at the Council for Learning Disabilities International Conference, Dallas, TX. Gilliam, B. K., Dykes, F., & Thomas, S. B. (2008). Preparing general education faculty to implement inclusive strategies in preservice programs. Session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Dallas, TX. Gilliam, B. K., & Dykes, F. (2007). Preparing preservice teachers to teach English language learners with disabilities. Session presented at the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Milwaukee, WI. State Presentations Thomas, S. B., Dykes, F., & Hogan, L. (2012). Family communication perceptions: Did the family hear what you thought you said? Session presented at the Council for Exceptional Children-Texas Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX. Dykes, F., Gilliam, B. K., & Thomas, S. B. (2010). Differentiated instruction: Big ideas share! Session presented at the Council for Exceptional Children-Texas Annual Conference, Dallas, TX. Dykes, F., Thomas, S. B., & Gilliam, B. K. (2009). A pinch of this and a tablespoon of that: A recipe for accessing the general curriculum with standards-based IEPS. Session presented at the Council for Exceptional Children-Texas Annual Conference, Dallas, TX.
Thomas, S. B., Dykes, F. (2008). Data based decision making. Session presented at the Consortium of State Organizations for Texas Teacher Education Fall Conference, Austin, TX. Dykes, F., & Thomas, S. B. (2008). Preparing preservice educators for academically diverse classrooms. Session presented at the Consortium of State Organizations for Texas Teacher Education Fall Conference, Austin, TX. Thomas, S. B., & Dykes, F. (2008). RTI and transition: Beyond the great divide. Session presented at the Council for Exceptional Children-Texas Annual Conference, Dallas, TX. Dykes, F. & Thomas, S. B. (2008). Practical intervention strategies for secondary students. Session presented at the Council for Exceptional Children-Texas Annual Conference, Dallas, TX. Invited Presentations Dykes, F., & Thomas, S. B. (2009). Opening doors for all learners: Using differentiated instruction in the diverse classroom. Session presented at the Rose City Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa, Tyler, TX. Grant Funding Internal Dykes, F. (2010). Electronic Text vs. Printed Text: The Effects of Reading Comprehension on ELL Students. University of Texas at Tyler, Office of Sponsored Research-$5750 Unfunded Dykes, F. (2009). Accommodating College Students with Learning Disabilities: A Comparison of Perceptions and Willingness among Academic Divisions University of Texas at Tyler, Office of Sponsored Research-$5,000 Unfunded Dykes, F. (2007). RtI Implementation Challenges for Rural Elementary Principals. Dean Enhancement Grant, College of Education and Psychology, The University of Texas at Tyler- $3000 Funded Journal and Conference Proposal Reviews 2012 Reviewer for Teacher Education Division of CEC National Conference
2010 Reviewer for Council for Exceptional Children International Conference 2008-Present 2008-Present 2008-Present 2008-Present Reviewer-Scholar-Practitioner Quarterly Reviewer-School Leadership Review Reviewer-Current Issues in Education Editorial Board-Southeastern Teacher Education Journal University Teaching Survey of Human Exceptionality (EDSP 4350) Seminar-Learning Disabilities (EDSP 5360) Learning and Neurological Disabilities (EDSP 4361) Managing and Instructing Diverse Learners (EDSP 3351) Instructional Programming for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (EDSP 3354) Learning Theory as Applied to Individuals with Disabilities (EDSP 5370) Adolescents and Adults with Disabilities (EDSP 5362) Educational Strategies for Students with Special Needs (EDSP 4269) Assessment and Collaboration (EDSP 4360) Student Teaching Seminar (EDUC 4057) Behavior Disorders (EDSP 5363) Instructing Diverse Learners (EDUC 4369) Capstone-Senior Project (BGST 4200) Practicum in Special Education (EDSP 5357) Seminar-Educational Strategies in Special Education (EDSP 5368) Seminar-Assessment in Special Education (EDSP 5364)
Academic Awards and Honors Outstanding Faculty Award, Texas Alpha XI Chapter of Alpha Chi 2010 Nominee White Teaching Fellowship/Minnie Piper Stevens Award 2011 Nominee UT Tyler Faculty Senate Distinguished Faculty Award 2012 Academic Service Activities University Service Academic Affairs Committee 2007-2010 Faculty Summer Workshop-The Inclusive Classroom 2011 Professional Organization Service Activity (Representing University) Council for Exceptional Children-Texas, State Treasurer Small Special Education Programs Caucus, Secretary Small Special Education Programs Caucus, Symposium Co-Chair 2009-Present 2012-Present 2012-Present UT Tyler Council for Exceptional Children, Co-Advisor 2007-2010 UT Tyler Association of Texas Professional Educators, Advisor 2011-2012 College Service Curriculum Committee 2007-2010
Diversity Committee 2008-2012 Department Service Director Search Committee Member 2009-2010 Tenure and Promotion Guideline Review Committee, Member 2009-2010 Phase 2 and 3 Advisory Council Member 2007-2011 Phase 2 Advisory Council, Chair 2011-2012 Special Education Search Committee, Chair 2011-2012 Ad hoc Committee on Field Experience Hours 2011-2012 Assistant Director Duties 2011-2012 Retirement Reception Committee, Chair 2011-2012 Faculty Advisor, Graduate Special Education 2011-2012 Comprehensive Exam Review Sessions 2007-2012 Development of Online Courses 2007- Present UT Tyler Council for Exceptional Children, Co-Advisor 2007-2010 UT Tyler Association of Texas Professional Educators, Advisor Special Education Program Coordinator Coordinator of After School Tutoring Program 2011-Present 2012-Present 2009-Present Professional Organization Affiliation Association of Texas Professional Educators Student Chapter Advisor Texas Educational Diagnosticians Association
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Division for Administrators of Special Education (CASE) Division for Learning Disabilities (DLD) Division of Teacher Education (TED) Council for Exceptional Children-Texas (CEC-Texas) State Treasurer Student Chapter Faculty Co-Advisor Conference Reviewer International Council for Learning Disabilities (CLD) Small Special Education Programs Caucus (SSEPC) Symposium Co-Chair.