Welcome from Ms. Croll
Education:
I began my college education at CCAC where I received an AA in theatre. From there I transferred to Westminster College where I completed my BS in Performing Arts. While completing my theatre education, I also took many mathematics and social studies classes. I returned to CCAC to complete an AS in Mathematics. After which, I enrolled in the MAT program at the University of Pittsburgh, where I completed my MAT in Secondary Mathematics Education.
Work Experience:
While in college, I began work as a stage manager for CCAC's Summer theatre program. I also taught kid's college classes in drama at CCAC after completing my BS in performing arts. I began my mathematics teaching career at West Junior High School in the Woodland Hills School District. I taught there for two years before being hired at Derry High School in July 1999. This is my 25th school year teaching math at Derry, and my 7th year teaching Social Studies.
Courses Taught:
This year (2023-2024) I will be teaching:
Advanced Mathematics/Trigonometry
American Civics
Economics
Extra-Curricular:
All Class Play Director
Speech Team (NSDA formerly NFL) Coach