Type Of Business:
Board of education
Expertise:
Drama instruction and education
Major Product/SVS:
School administration; Elementary Education; Kindergarten though eighth grade education
Hobbies/Sports:
Playing tennis; Sewing; Watching sports; Collecting antiques
Education Degrees:
Master of Special Education, Southern Connecticut State University; Bachelor of Science in Education, Southern Connecticut State University
Affiliations Awards:
Association for Coaching; International Association of R.S. Prussia Collectors, Inc.; Honorary Member, Junior National Young Leaders Conference, Washington, D.C.; Member, Various Local, State and National Associations; Member, State PTAC for Special Needs Students
Work History:
Site Teacher, Undergraduate Field Study Program, Quinnipiac University
Career Achievements:
First Place Award, Intermediate Level, Kazanjian Foundation; Excellence in Mastery Test Scores; Excellent Attendance throughout Teaching Career
Charity:
Neighborhood Coordinator for Various Charity Drives
Number Of Years In Profession:
44
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her education and the support she receives from her parents combined with a genuine interest and enthusiasm to teach all children in the classroom, on the stage, on the field, and on the court.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because both of her parents were college graduates whom encouraged her to attend college so that she could be self-supporting.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Hennessey is a master teacher, or mentor, for beginning teachers and interns. She has coached field hockey and tennis for 30 years.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching language arts, social studies and drama; Serving as a team leader and mentor for new teachers; Training new teachers
Education Certifications:
Certification in Professional Teaching; Certification in Coaching; CIAC
Awards/Honors:
Officiation Citation for Professional Service, State of Connecticut
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Hennessey intends to become a consultant.