Robert Marshall was a Professor of Educational Leadership in Texas for 10 years and now teaches in Western Illinois. He was formerly a public school teacher, campus principal, and central office administrator in Texas public schools for over twenty years. Throughout his career as a professional educator, research and best practices in creating a high quality learning environments for students in transition to high school has been a passion.  Dr. Marshall holds a Doctor of Education from Texas A&M University, Principalship Certification from the University of Texas-Tyler, a Master of Science in Agriculture from Texas A&M University-Commerce, and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Education from East Texas State University.