Jordan Frye Shields

Jordan, daughter of Paul and Gena Frye, graduated with honors from Sullivan East High School. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee, where she was recognized with both the Chancellor’s Citation for Excellence in Academic Achievement and the Top Collegiate Scholar Award.  During her undergraduate studies, she completed practicum experiences with the McNabb Center and the Public Defender’s Community Law Office.

Jordan earned her Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee, in Knoxville, Tennessee with a concentration in Management, Leadership, and Community Practice.  She is a Research Data Manager with the Newly formed Boyd Center for Community Schools at the University of Tennessee.  Prior to this role, she worked with Knox Education Foundation, in Knoxville.

Jordan is also a certified yoga instructor.  She resides in Knoxville with her husband, George, and their son, Henry.