Expertise:
Ms. Barwick's expertise is in academic and life skill services for special needs students.
Favorite Business Publication:
'The Exceptional Child: Inclusion in Early Childhood Education' by K. Eileen Allen and Glynnis Edwards Cowdery
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading, Deer Hunting, Scrapbooking
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Special Education, University of New Orleans; Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, Concentration in Learning Disabilities, Winthrop University
Affiliations Awards:
Council for Exceptional Children
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Barwick's dedication to her students separates her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Barwick's greatest career achievement was receiving the Teacher of the Year award in 1994. She was the only special education teacher to ever received that award.
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of her career was receiving the District Teacher of the Year award.
Charity:
Elder, Local Church; Volunteer, Special Olympics
Number Of Years In Profession:
19
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her dedication.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because her brother has a learning disability and she wanted to make a difference as a teacher.
Awards/Honors:
District Teacher of the Year (1994)