Member since: April 2007
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I'm a Product Manager here at GreatSchools and have been a part of the team since April 2007. Prior to my job here, I taught writing and computer skills at a high school in Michigan. From there, I helped create digital video and audio for a Web site for K-12 classrooms in Chicago. I moved to the West Coast in 2007 and haven't once looked back at those cold, snowy Midwest winters...
Post in: Should high schoolers be allowed to bring same-sex dates to prom? April 8, 2010
I went to an all-girls high school, so it wasn't unusual to bring a same-sex date to prom. Groups of friends would often go together and have fun.
Post in: What qualities make a good teacher? April 7, 2010
Outstanding classroom management skills.
Post in: What makes a great school? April 6, 2010
An active community of parents, teachers, principal/administration, and students.
Post in: Should middle schools be allowed to ban hugging? March 24, 2010
I saw this on CNN this morning. Now that I know the background, I might agree with the decision. The kids were not hugging for appropriate reasons.
Post in: how do I get to my inbox? January 25, 2010
Hi AustMum, Yes, unfortunately, that's correct--there's no longer a "friends" feature, or private messages, in the new design. And,... More »