Greetings Denmark Parents and Community,

I am honored to serve as the principal of Denmark Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. I have proudly served Jackson-Madison County Schools for more than 20 years in a variety of educational leadership and teaching roles.

Throughout my career, I have served as an Academic Coordinator at JCM Early College High School for two years, an Assistant Principal at JCM Early College High School for two years, a first- and second-grade teacher at Nova Elementary School for four years, a second- and third-grade teacher at Thelma Barker Elementary School for eight years, and the Principal of Alexander Elementary School for two years. In addition, I have served as an adjunct professor for Tennessee State University (online) and Jackson State Community College (both online and in-person). Serving as the principal of Denmark Elementary inspires me each day to help students, families, and staff reach their highest potential.

A proud graduate of Haywood High School in Brownsville, Tennessee, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Middle Tennessee State University in 1997, a Master of Education from Freed-Hardeman University in 2006, and a Master of Instructional Leadership with a concentration in Administration and Supervision from Freed-Hardeman University in 2020.

Beyond my school leadership experience, I have had the privilege of serving as a reviewer for Tennessee's second-grade state assessment and was selected as a Tennessee SCORE Fellow during the 2017–2018 school year. I have also mentored aspiring educators through Union University, Freed-Hardeman University, and the University of Memphis. Throughout my career, I have served as a Testing Coordinator, Response to Intervention (RTI) Lead, Literacy Lead, and Jackson State Community College Liaison at JCM Early College High School. I also served on the advisory board for the Tennessee Association of Secondary School Principals.

I am an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, and The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Incorporated, Gamma Psi Chapter.

I firmly believe that every child can succeed. My passion is ensuring that every student is provided with the support, opportunities, and encouragement needed to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. I believe strong relationships among students, families, staff, and the community create the foundation for lifelong success.

My family has deep roots in Jackson-Madison County Schools. My husband, Dr. Patrick Davis Sr., serves as the Vice President of the Stanton Campus of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology. Together, we are proud parents of three children: Patrick Jr., who serves in the field of criminal justice; Imani, a reporter for WMC Action News 5 in Memphis; and Bradley, who is a rising sixth-grade student.

As principal of Denmark Elementary School, my commitment is to provide every child with a safe, nurturing, and academically challenging environment where they are empowered to learn, lead, and succeed.

Kind Regards,

Mrs. Shannon E. Davis

Principal

Email: Mrs. Shannon E. Davis

Phone: 731-215-2460

Qualifications: Bachelors Masters Educational Leadership