Congratulations to Dr. Gregory Shivers!
Dr. Gregory Shivers earned his Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction from the American College of Education in Indianapolis, Indiana, in July 2025. His dissertation, “Exploring Elementary Educators’ Perspectives Surrounding the Multifaceted Aspects of Play Breaks: A Basic Qualitative Study,” highlights the critical role of play in holistic child development and offers valuable insight into both its benefits and the challenges educators face in implementing it.
We commend Dr. Shivers for his dedication to advancing educational research and practice. He currently serves as an eighth-grade English Language Arts teacher at Lee Middle School in Sharpsburg, Georgia. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement, Dr. Shivers!