Middle School University: A Parent's Guide to Educational Success in Grades 6-12 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780692804490)

A determined, committed professor of life, Dr. Teresa Wilburn (Dr.T) brings a special brand of compassion and enthusiasm to her work as a professional educator. For nearly 30 years, Dr.T has dedicated her life to inspiring and equipping her students with the tools necessary for success. Growing in popularity as a speaker, Dr.T uses her innovative approach to interactive education to empower and equip students and parents to expand their minds and broaden their thinking. Her newest initiative, Middle School University provides parents with students in middle and high school with useful information about how to prepare adolescents for college. Workshop sessions focus on empowering parents and educators to become advocates in student learning and improved student outcomes that ultimately lead to overall academic success. Dr. T was born in Chicago, Illinois but raised in Atlanta, Georgia by a strong quorum of hard-working women who expected nothing but the very best. The loving instruction from her mother Roberta, taught her how to live and laugh, but attending Spelman College taught her to appreciate learning. Dr. Teresa holds a Bachelor's degree from Spelman College, a Master's degree in Business Administration from National Louis University, a Master's in Educational Administration from Jones International University and an Educational Specialist and Doctorate in Psychology from The University of Sarasota. In addition to her current roles as a school counselor and college professor, Dr. T is a radio talkshow co-host known as the "Educational Expert" in Atlanta where she brings the community news and information as an educational consultant. In addition, Dr.T spend 10 years as a consultant reader for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Scholarship Program. Dr. T currently resides in Conyers, Ga. where she spends quality time with her dad Thomas, her brother Mark and darling nephews Amonte' and Justin.