Favorite Business Publication:
National Association of Secondary School Principals Publication
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading, Gardening, Boating, Antique Cars
Education Degrees:
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, Management and Policy, Seton Hall University; Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction, Western Connecticut State University; Bachelors Degree in Horticulture Education, University of Maryland
Affiliations Awards:
National Association of Secondary School Principals; Phi Delta Kappa; Kappa Delta Pi; Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development; Connecticut Association of Schools; American Association of School Administrators; Operation Respect
Industry:
Education and Curriculum Development
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
What separates Ms. Walsh is her strong sense of self and her belief that all children can learn and should have a right to a good education.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Walsh's greatest career achievement was helping the Parish Hill High School become re-accredited. In just one month the school went from probationary status to fully accredited because of Ms. Walsh's ability to bring the community together, fix up the school, and improve the curriculum, instruction and assessment.
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of her career was earning her current position.
Charity:
Various Civic Charities Donated to through the Faculty and Students, Covenant Food Mission, Domestic Violence Program
Number Of Years In Profession:
30
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to using every experience as an opportunity to learn and grow. She also loves the challenge.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She chose the profession because she wanted to find a career that she had great passion for, and she enjoys helping children succeed and make a difference.