Dr. Fitts is interested in best practices in rural science education in high poverty areas, with particular emphasis given to teacher recruiting, retention, and preparation, policy development, and improving student learning outcomes in rural areas. She is working on projects in ag education, rural policy development, and developing science storylines relevant to rural America. 

Ed.D. Education Leadership, Higher Ed., Delta State University 

M.S. Inorganic Chemistry, Vanderbilt University 

B.A. Chemistry, Mississippi State University