I am a retired certified teacher. I have a master's degree in English and Drama. While in school, I was on the dean's list, and graduated with honors from both schools that I attended. I was nominated, and appeared in the book, " Who's Who Among America's Teachers, " plus I have received numerous certificates, and trophies for outstanding teaching. I have been on the committee to nominate students for Governor's Honors, and was appointed to be a part of a Humanities Magnet program that used