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Superintendent/Principal’s Message

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I am excited to be the Superintendent/Principal of Glenn Public School for my 4th year. We are the oldest, continuous, operating rural school district in the state of Michigan; we have been in operation since 1854!  This Kindergarten through 5th-grade nature-rich school boasts amazing students and staff.  The connections between the school and community are essential to grow good citizens and community members. 

Prior to this administrator position, I was the Upper Elementary teacher, Summer School Teacher, Physical Education teacher, paraprofessional, and after-school coordinator at Glenn, all since coming here in 2010.  I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Valley State University in Physical Education with a minor in Elementary Education. I also received my Master’s in Educational Leadership from Grand Valley State University.  I also hold a Central Office Endorsement from the  Horizon Leadership Academy through the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators.

I am and have been involved in many volunteer opportunities.  I am the Membership Chairperson for the Fennville/Pullman/Lakeshore Rotary. I also sit on a few scholarship committees for high school seniors, including one right here at Glenn.  I am a former Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) with Safe Harbor.  I also served on the Foster Care Review Board for Allegan, Ottawa, and Van Buren Counties. I sat on the Bloomingdale Public Schools School board and Van Buren County Association of School Boards for several years. 

I enjoy cooking and baking, especially for my family.  I look forward to spending time and going on vacations with my husband, Ray, who is a truck driver.  I also like hanging out with my son, Seth, who is a chef.  I am the oldest of 4 girls and the aunt to 3 nieces and 1 nephew and now many more since I got married. 

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