2017 Cohort

Meghann Burr - 2017 Cohort

Professional Title: K-12 Humanities Coordinator, Enfield Public Schools.
Educational Background: I received a BA in Secondary English Education from Clemson University, an MA in English from Western New England University, and a 6th Year Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Leadership from Sacred Heart University.
Research Focus: I am interested in studying reading instruction and student engagement. More specifically, I would like to focus my research on the connection between student engagement and an instructional model that emphasizes student reading choice and student access to appropriately-leveled texts.
Passionate About: I am passionate about literacy instruction that meets the needs of all readers and writers, literacy across disciplines, the teaching of skills and strategies over content, and assessing students based on their mastery of those skills.

Professional Title: Director of Mathematics for Hartford Public Schools.
Educational Background: I earned a B.A. in Mathematics/Adolescent Education from Marist College, and both an M.S. in Special Education and a Sixth Year Certificate in Educational Leadership from Central Connecticut State University.
Passionate About: I am passionate about urban education and ensuring all students graduate as confident, empowered citizens adaptable to change with the collaboration and leadership skills necessary to successfully navigate a rapidly changing world.

Professional Title: Director of Human Resources, Region 14 Schools (serving the towns of Woodbury and Bethlehem).
Educational Background: I received my BA in Psychology from Lock Haven University and my MS and Specialist Designation in School Psychology from the University of Hartford. Additionally, I completed the University of Bridgeport Educational Leadership Program, earned my 092 Intermediate Administration/Supervision Certification, completed the CCSU Advanced Official Certificate Program in Superintendent of Schools, and earned my 093 Superintendent Certification.
Research Focus: The role of female leaders in executive level positions in education.
Passionate About: I am passionate about students and their experiences in education that promote love of learning, good citizenship, appreciation for differences among people and self-reliance.

Professional Title: Assistant Principal of Ashford School, in Ashford Connecticut.
Educational Background: I earned my bachelor's degree in English and Secondary Education from Eastern Connecticut State University, my master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Saint Joseph, and my Sixth-Year in Educational Leadership from Central Connecticut State University.
Research Focus: My research focuses on Teacher Evaluation as a tool for growth and development. Specifically, I am interested in examining how school leadership behaviors impact the ways in which teachers engage with their evaluation programs.
Passionate About: I am passionate about student-voice appearing within the curriculum and also about maximizing our focus on Habits of Mind across all academic areas and grade-levels.

Professional Title: Assistant Principal, King Philip Middle School, West Hartford, CT.
Educational Background: I earned my B.S. in Secondary English Education and my M.A. in Education from UConn, and my Sixth Year in Educational Administration and Leadership from Central Connecticut State University.
Research Focus: My research focuses on family, school, community partnerships and more recently the intersection of such partnerships with behavioral interventions, including CPS (Collaborative & Proactive Solutions).
Passionate About: I am passionate about literacy, restorative practices, family/school/community partnerships, opportunities for physical movement during the school day, trauma informed practices, and interventions that help kids.

Professional Title: I am the Program Coordinator for the University of Connecticut College Access and Preparation (UCAP) program.
Educational Background: I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education, a master's degree in Middle School Mathematics, and 092 Administrative Certification.
Research Focus: My research focuses on teacher attitudes and beliefs about teaching students with disabilities.
Passionate About: I am passionate about ensuring students with disabilities are educated in the Least Restrictive Environment, are accessing the general education curriculum, and are becoming independent learners.

Professional Title: I am the Program Coordinator for the University of Connecticut College Access and Preparation (UCAP) program.
Educational Background: I earned my Bachelors in Sociology, Criminology and Rehabilitation Services from Assumption College, and my MSW from Springfield College.
Research Focus: My research focuses on issues related to first generation Latinos attending a predominantly white institution, and how they navigate social and academic contexts within such an environment. My research also seeks to identify various supports for first generation Latino students that will increase their chances of graduating in common percentages with their counterparts.
Passionate About: I am passionate about advocating for educational equity among all students regardless of their racial background and ensuring that all students have access to a positive and supportive college experience.

Professional Title: Director of Technology and Information Services, Somers Public Schools.
Educational Background: I earned a BS in Business Administration: Management from Merrimack College and a Master in Business Administration with a concentration in Management of Information Systems from Bentley University.
Research Focus: My research will be focusing on the influence of technology on student learning.
Passionate About: I am passionate about my wife and four children. They always keep things exciting and interesting. On a professional level, I am passionate about technology and its use as a tool in the classroom.