B.A., English and Art, Hillsdale College
M.A., Education, Spring Arbor University
Sonja is a Teacher Support Lead for the K-12 Education Office. With over 25 years of experience in education, Sonja has taught preschool, third grade, and served as the Director of Early Childhood Education at Hillsdale College and the Mary Randall Preschool. As a faculty member, she taught courses in early childhood curriculum, child development, and mentored apprentice teachers in elementary school classrooms.
What is the most inspiring part of your job?
"Working alongside new teachers is inspiring. The vigor and curiosity they possess in regard to learning their chosen profession are contagious to both their students and me. It is an honor to mentor one of America's greatest treasures, teachers."
Favorite classical quote:
"Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all." —Aristotle