Candance Gates

"Dr. Gates brings dedicated leadership and rigorous execution to every project, as evidenced by her leadership during MSU's BAW 2024. She skillfully managed cross-functional teams to curate an unforgettable event that paired celebratory networking with a purpose-driven effort to raise vital student scholarships and supplies."

"Candance Gates deserves a five-star recommendation because she is an exceptionally professional and knowledgeable ELA Coach whose commitment to strengthening instruction and narrowing educational gaps in Mississippi is evident in every interaction. Her expertise, consistency, and dedication to teacher growth directly support improved student outcomes across the state."

"Professional"

"Dr. Candance Gates engages the participants of her professional development classes attention from the beginning until the end. Her presentations evoke deep discussions that encourage participants to take their practice from ordinary to extraordinary. Although she imparts knowledge, she also skillfully pulls knowledge from the attendees, so that the overall effect is one that equips teachers to become more effective teachers; and effective teachers leads to successful students."

"Candance Gates operates with exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and dedicated leadership. When working for her in Arkansas, she provided unwavering support, clear expectations, and consistent encouragement. I aspire to become a leader like her in our field."

"Dr. Gates is phenomenal and she has my endorsement."

"Dr. Gates is a professional who models and drives high-quality work. She is consistent in the expectations she sets for each project, and she is proactive. Another quality I appreciate about Dr. Gates is that she values her coaches and their expertise."