K12 Education Outreach
Educator Extraordinaire
October 2009
Congratulations
Sue Gorman!
Sue Gorman has been teaching for the past 25 years. In the past Sue taught Kindergarten, and spent one year teaching sixth grade. "Throughout my teaching career I have been blessed to work with some of the finest educators in the state", said Sue. She considers them all mentors and friends. Sue has also presented at Chiwaukee Academy and has taught several college level classes as well. Sue has obtained her elementary education degree from UW-Oshkosh, and holds a Masters of Education in Instructional Computing from Cardinal Stritch University.
Sue Gorman was hired through Title I for the past nineteen years to be a Technology Specialist, and is now the Technology Coordinator for Title I. Sue became interested in computers when she was first introduced to an Apple lle in 1984. She took a 3-credit course in college on technology and was then labeled as the "computer expert". She then started taking a couple classes at Cardinal Stritch and signed up to be in their masters program. "From that point on technology has been a way of life for me", said Sue.
Sue has many personal and professional contributions to her community and school district. She is on the Jane Cremer Foundation planning committee. The foundation's mission is to educate and empower women to be proactive in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Sue is also an advocate for the Juvenile Diabetes Association, the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
Sue is also a member of several committees in the Racine Unified School District. She is a district mentor and a co-chair of the Data Warehouse Committee. " I am blessed to work with the best teachers, administrators, and support staff that you will find",said Sue. She also enjoys working with the parent involvement committees and has been a presenter at many parent activities throughout the district. Sue Gorman shares that one of the best things about her job is staff development. She truly believes technology can enhance and enrich the classroom experience for every student and teacher.
Sue also mentioned that she has been married to her husband Chris for 25 years, and that they have three adult children whom they are very proud of.
Thank you Hot Shop Glass for supporting this month's Educator Extraordinaire!
Past Educator Extraordinaire Recipients
September 2009 - Paula Rowland
Do you know an Educator that could be our next K12 Education Outreach Educator Extraordinaire?
To nominate yourself or an educator that you know for K12 Education Outreach Educator Extraordinaire, please email jiter@uwp.edu with a brief description explaining his/her contributions to the school and/or community in which he/she serves. Details should include the following nominee information:
- Background, education
- Personal and professional contributions to the school and/or community
- A photo headshot or picture of the teacher in action
K12 Education Outreach accepts nominations for any individual working with youth such as teachers, librarians, after-school personnel, administrators, coaches, and staff. Winners will be featured in our e-newsletter, on our website and will receive a free gift bag!
