Collierville Middle School – Maria Gitter  

Subject Level/Grade Level: 8^th Grade Science/Advanced Science Teacher

Years at Current School: 6

Total Years of Teaching Experience: 14

Degrees Earned: Mount Mary College

• Dual Certification EC/MC/EA, June 2010

• Minors in math (400) and science (634)

Truman State University

• BS, Biology

• Magna Cum Laude, Phi Kappa Phi, Phi Beta Kappa

Hobbies and Interests Outside of School: I love to read, watch sports (especially the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers), travel, and spend time outdoors including camping and hiking. I have three daughters and most of my free time is spent chauffeuring my children to their different sports and activities.

Favorite Quote or Words of Inspiration: Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.

- Norman Vincent Peale