Sara Wright

Oversees student support services for 2,100+ students, enhancing academic and emotional well-being and developing a master schedule that optimizes course offerings and resources. Implemented targeted college and career prep programs and used student data to inform interventions.

Coordinated school operations and supervised the leadership team, improving administrative effectiveness and leading a Governor's School site evaluation to ensure academic compliance. Developed and executed school improvement plans that increased student engagement and tracked progress with data-driven strategies.

Led grades 7 and 10, supervised multiple academic departments, and mentored teachers to improve instructional effectiveness. Implemented targeted interventions and a community mentorship program that improved student performance and motivation.

Managed attendance, discipline, and supervision of multiple departments while implementing project-based learning initiatives and professional development to improve engagement and instructional quality. Conducted evaluations and operational oversight to enhance school logistics and community use.

Aligned curriculum to Common Core, managed master scheduling and assessments, and streamlined teacher evaluations to increase compliance with state systems. Coordinated interdisciplinary teams and PBIS interventions to advance school improvement and student outcomes.

Aligned K-12 English curriculum with Common Core and integrated technology and standards-based grading to improve literacy and student engagement. Led interdisciplinary training to strengthen cross-curricular reading skills instruction.

Taught ED237 Educational Technology Integration to pre-service teachers, improving digital literacy and instructional technology skills. Developed course materials that prepared future educators for technology-enhanced classrooms.

Authored the Title I Schoolwide plan securing federal funding and coordinated PBIS-centered interventions across two elementary schools, leading to improved student behavior and academic achievement. Conducted needs assessments and facilitated faculty collaboration.

Taught English 10 and 11 to high-achieving students, implementing strategies that enhanced critical thinking and college readiness. Integrated advanced coursework aligned with student needs in a suburb adjacent to a major university.

Taught English and theatre arts to grades 6–12, fostering critical thinking, communication skills, and student engagement in a rural school setting. Developed curricula and performances that enhanced student confidence and collaboration.

Grade: 4.0 GPA

Completed the Illinois General Administrative Certificate in Educational Leadership and Administration, fulfilling Supervision and Administration PreK-12 licensure requirements with a 4.0 GPA.

Grade: 3.95 GPA

Earned a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Teaching at Michigan State University, maintaining a 3.95 GPA.

Activities and societies: Dual major; member of the Honors College; awarded licensure in Secondary Education; completed 12 graduate credits during the 2005-2006 school year; held 20+ hour/week jobs at the MSU Kellogg Center and MSU Writing Center.

Bachelor of Arts in English and German with secondary education licensure, graduated with honors and completed a student teaching internship at East Lansing High School.