Dr. Shemon Reaves

Dr. Shemon Reaves, a distinguished educational leader within the state of Tennessee, assumed the esteemed role of Principal at Arlington Elementary School in Jackson, TN, in July 2021. With roots tracing back to rural West Tennessee, Dr. Reaves possesses a profound connection to public schools, having been a product of their educational framework. Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to the advancement of public education and community service, he has dedicated nearly three decades of his career to this noble pursuit.

Dr. Reaves' professional trajectory distinguishes him within the Tennessee educational landscape, marked by a breadth of diverse experiences accumulated over the years. His comprehensive background encompasses pivotal roles including basketball coach (Hardeman County Schools and Jackson-Madison County Schools), teacher (Hardeman County Schools and Jackson-Madison County Schools), instructional coach (Jackson-Madison County Schools), assistant principal (Jackson-Madison County Schools), and principal (Jackson-Madison County Schools), all within the framework of Tennessee's educational institutions.

Academically, Dr. Reaves has earned Bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Applied Psychology from Christian Brother University in Memphis, TN. He furthered his scholarly pursuits with a Master of Curriculum and Instruction, Education Specialist degree, and Doctoral degree in Instructional Leadership from Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson, TN.

Beyond his substantive professional responsibilities, Dr. Reaves finds enrichment in a range of personal interests. He maintains an active lifestyle, participating in sports, residential and commercial real estate construction, while also immersing himself in the exploration of education research, self-improvement literature, and financial journals. Dr. Reaves is joyfully married to Tosha Reaves, a dedicated social worker for the Department of Children Services, and together they proudly nurture their daughter and son. Their daughter, Jamaya, is an alumna of MTSU and a fellow social worker, while their son, Cameron, recently graduated from high school with aspirations in real estate investing.