Laurel, MS – Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. Amanda Campbell Cooley is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Professional of The Year for her contributions to Education Advocacy and Community Leadership.
Dr. Amanda Campbell Cooley is a respected educator, advocate, entrepreneur, and faith-based leader whose career reflects a deep commitment to child and youth development, literacy advancement, community empowerment, and social responsibility. She is the founder of Unlimited Dreams Christian Learning Center, where she works to expand educational access and strengthen foundational learning for children and families within her community.
Before establishing Unlimited Dreams Christian Learning Center, Dr. Cooley spent a decade as the owner of Greater Expectations Children Learning Center. During that time, she developed an after-school program focused on foundational literacy after recognizing that many students were struggling with basic reading skills in public schools. This experience became the catalyst for her lifelong mission to promote literacy, educational equity, and lifelong learning.
Dr. Cooley possesses an exceptional academic background that reflects her dedication to education, ministry, counseling, and community service. She earned multiple doctoral degrees from Northwestern Christian University, including doctorates in Christian Education, Christian Administration, Christian Social Work, Christian Counseling, and Organizational Ministry. She also earned a master’s degree in Health Administration from the University of Phoenix and a bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion and Education from the University of Southern Mississippi. Her extensive educational achievements support her holistic approach to leadership, blending faith, education, counseling, advocacy, and community engagement.
In addition to her academic accomplishments, Dr. Cooley is a Board Certified Christian Counselor, Certified Christian Life Coach, and Certified Chaplain. Through these roles, she provides guidance, encouragement, and support to individuals and families while promoting personal growth, faith development, and emotional well-being.
Beyond her work in education and ministry, Dr. Cooley remains actively engaged in civic and community service. She serves as a board member for United Way and the Red Cross and maintains memberships in Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, The Order of the Eastern Star, and Gamma Phi Delta Sorority Inc. She is also a coauthor of multiple books and continues to use writing as a platform to inspire and educate others.
Expanding her outreach beyond the classroom, Dr. Cooley hosts the podcast Faith in Action on The One Source Network’s YouTube platform, where she discusses faith, leadership, service, and personal growth. She also reaches young audiences and families through her YouTube program, Reading with Mrs. Amanda, which promotes literacy and encourages a love of reading among children.
Her leadership and humanitarian efforts have been recognized with several honors, including the Humanitarian Award from The Junior Auxiliary in 2025. Looking ahead, Dr. Cooley remains committed to promoting an illiteracy-free Mississippi and beyond, with future plans to establish a family resource center that will provide educational support, family services, and community resources.
Dr. Cooley credits her dedication to education, ministry, and service to the strong foundation provided by her late parents, Charles and Brendalyn Campbell, whose guidance and values continue to inspire her work. She is also grateful for the support of her husband, Randall Cooley, and her twin sons, Darian and Darius.
Guided by faith, compassion, and a commitment to service, Dr. Cooley continues to make a meaningful impact through education, ministry, counseling, and community leadership while inspiring others to pursue their dreams and create positive change.
Dr. Cooley’s book is available for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/NOT-OPTION-Amanda-Campbell-Cooley/dp/1971650129
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