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David's work combines: Education, Non-Profit Organizations, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Mishawaka High School
Bachelor's Degree
Forensic Science and Technology
Indiana University-Bloomington
Graduate Degree
Human Resources Development
Webster University
Doctorate
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Walden University
Certification
Military Operational Art and Science/Studies
Command and General Staff College
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary:
Bachelor's Degree: Forensic Science and Technology
Graduate Degree: Human Resources Development
Doctorate: Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Certification: Military Operational Art and Science/Studies
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
Graduated from high school and got a job.
2.
Took college classes part time while working a full time job.
3.
Received an Army ROTC Scholarship while working in a kitchen and restaurant (before & after school).
4.
Graduated college with a degree and a commission as an officer in the Army.
5.
Pursued all educational opportunities provided while in the Army (military and civilian).
6.
Enrolled into the Troops To Teachers Program upon retirement from the Army.
7.
Worked as a Title I School teacher for 3 years in lieu of a school with greater financial rewards.
8.
Used the GI Bill to further my education. Studied Educational Leadership (Ed.D). Graduated in 2011.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Friends:
Why are you spending the time and money to get another degree when you already have the equivalent of two graduate level degrees. Teachers and educators do not make that much money. You should pick a career field with greater financial rewards.
How I responded:
Education is a service oriented career with many rewards. The financial rewards are sufficient for a comfortable lifestyle. The intangible rewards of helping students realize their potential are numerous, remarkable, and personally fulfilling.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I was raised in a single parent household with five siblings. I was responsible for financing my post secondary schooling.