Mary-Katherine Bishop
Mary-Katherine Bishop serves as the Supervisor of Early Learning for Roanoke City Public Schools. As the Supervisor of Early Learning, Mary-Katherine provides families with information related to the Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) which is a state-funded school and community-based program. Mary-Katherine is passionate about ensuring all families have equitable access to preschool education. In addition, Mary-Katherine supervises the division’s preschool program at large. Roanoke City Public Schools has VPI classrooms in 15 of the division’s 17 elementary schools and provides quality preschool for at risk 3- and 4-year-old children unserved by the federal Head Start program. Prior to supporting preschool students, teachers, and families, Mary-Katherine has served as an Administrator, Instructional Coach, and Teacher in Virginia for more than ten years. She is a true Radford Highlander as she has obtained a Master of Science Degree in Educational Leadership in 2020, a Master of Science Degree of Science in Curriculum and Instruction in 2012, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education in 2010. Mary-Katherine seeks to support all stakeholders within the educational setting to ensure students have what they need to be successful in their educational journey and beyond. Mary-Katherine is married with two children and enjoys reading, gardening, and traveling.
Why CHIP? Having served as an educator and administrator for over a decade, I have seen an increase in the need for programs that support families as they navigate education and obtain necessary medical services. I am passionate about ensuring communication and access is available to all families, and I am thankful to support CHIP as we strengthen our community by supporting one another.