Dr. Morcease J. Beasley 

Areas of Expertise:  Cultural Relevance, Curriculum and Instruction, English Language Learners, Access and Opportunity, Leadership, Motivational Speaking, Professional Learning, Teaching and Learning  

Dr. Morcease J. Beasley served as Superintendent of Schools for Clayton County Public Schools, one of the top 100 largest school districts in the nation and the fifth largest school system in the state of Georgia. 

During his 30 years of service, he has held positions at many levels of public school education. Dr. Beasley is nationally known as an innovative leader and instructor with many organizations recognizing him over his career. He is considered by many as a transformational educator and instructional leader with proven success in both large urban and suburban school districts in Alabama, Georgia, and Texas.  

Dr. Beasley holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of Montevallo, and a Master of Science degree in Mathematics Education from Samford University. In addition, he holds an Educational Specialist as well as a Doctorate degree in Education with an emphasis on Educational Leadership from Samford University. He has also completed Harvard University’s Public Educational Leadership Program.  

Dr. Beasley recently published a collection of encouraging words in the form of seven letters to high school seniors shared during his last semester as their superintendent. Seven Letters to Seniors: How to Build a Life of Purpose and Progress.