Expertise:
Teaching English to students who have been deemed "hard to reach" or "at risk"
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling; Reading; Gardening; Cooking
Education Degrees:
TSIPs Cohort, George Mason University (2003); Bachelor's Degree in Education, James Madison University (1975)
Affiliations Awards:
Virginia Education Association; National Education Association
Charity:
Volunteer Fundraiser, Senior Home
Number Of Years In Profession:
34
Number Of Years In Current Position:
12
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to perseverance.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she has always enjoyed working with children. As a child, she would play "school" and teach her dolls.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Durgin founded an alternative school program in 1987, and instituted a service and reward system within it. She has also worked as a night school principal.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching high school English and United States-Virginia Government; Serving on the Social Emotional Focus Committee and the ROCS Newsletter staff
Education Certifications:
Virginia Teaching Certificate; Certificate of Technology Standards
Awards/Honors:
Teacher of the Year, Region II: Maryland, Virginia, DC, and West Virginia (1981); Teacher of the Year, Correctional Education Association (1980)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Durgin would love to continue working as an educator at Yorktown High School, which has been listed as one of the top high schools in the country by Newsweek.