Right to Know Information
Bachelor in Education (University of Florida, 2005)
Elementary Education
Masters in Education (University of Florida, 2006)
Special Education
Specialist in Education (University of Florida, 2009)
Teacher Leadership for School Improvement
Curriculum & Instruction
Doctorate in Education, (University of Florida, 2026)
Teachers, Schools and Society: Equity in Education
Curriculum & Instruction
Teaching Certifications
Elementary Education (PK-6)
Special Education (PK-12)
Middle Grades Math (5-9)
Middle Grades Science (5-9)
Middle Grades Social Studies (5-9)
Middle Grades Language Arts (5-9)
Family & Consumer Science (6-12)
Earth/Space Science (6-12)
ESOL Endorsement
About Dr. Franks
The 2026-27 school year will mark my 21st year as a teacher. All of those years have been at Henry County Schools. I've taught in the Ola, McDonough, Locust Grove and Woodland Clusters.
I have two children, 4 dogs, and 5 cats that keep me on my toes.
My teaching experience is broad and varied. I am unique as an educator, as I hold numerous teaching certifications across multiple subject areas.
Nutrition & Food Science Pathway
Food, Nutrition & Wellness (Year 1)*
Food for Life (Year 2)*
Food Science (Year 3)
Work-Based Learning
TBA