Welcome Associate Head of School Melanie Hurley
Melanie Hurley joined The Franklin Academy in 2021. She attended Black Hills State University in South Dakota where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Middle School Minor. She continued her education at The University of Sioux Fall obtaining a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and K-12 Reading Specialist. Teaching and learning are her passion. From helping school districts meet rigorous standards, while learning how to differentiate to best meet students’ needs, Melanie has coached new teachers as well as veteran teachers to meet students where they are academically.
Melanie’s experiences over the past 20 years have been in teaching children, adults and in administration: this has afforded her incredible opportunities; presenting international conferences, coaching school districts, developing school wide STEM projects and curriculum, mentoring new teachers, implementing reading challenges, creating school and district events and summer reading programs.
Melanie’s educational experience began as a General Educator then Title One and District Literacy Leader. She taught K-5 and was a district demonstration classroom teacher. Her experience ranges from classroom teacher, to professor, superintendent, Department of Education consultant and coach. She has worked at both private and public school settings using her drive, inspiration and creativity to work serving students.
Melanie Hurley loves the outdoors and her family. She has a daughter who is her best friend and what she calls her “everything.” Melanie loves skiing, hiking, kayaking, reading, singing, gardening and spending time with her family. She has a strong faith which guides her throughout her life.
A favorite saying: “It’s not about how much you do, but how much love you put into what you do that counts.: – Mother Teresa
Education:
M.Ed., University of Sioux Falls, Educational Leadership and Reading Specialist K-12
B.S., Black Hills State University, Elementary Education, Middle School Minor (LA, Social Studies, Science)
Orton-Gillingham Certification
To contact Melanie email Mhurley@thefranklin@academy
The Franklin Academy
Website: https://thefranklin.academy/
Location: 1509 East Victor Street, Bellingham, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 733-1750
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