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 Hello :)My name is Tara Lere, the new (again) director at East Range Academy. I am excited to be back working with dedicated staff, hardworking parents, and ambitious students. I am looking forward to navigating the new building transition and increasing student achievement. I have been in the educational field for 23 years. I started as a health educator at Bemidji High School, but moved back to the Iron Range when I started a family. I started at ERATS in 2008 as a health teacher. I went back to college and added physical education to my license in 2015. I earned my master's degree from Capella University in Curriculum and Instruction and received a graduate certificate in Education Innovation and Technology in 2017. I am currently enrolled in Capella's PhD Leadership in Education Administration program and I will have my Superintendent's license by the end of 2021. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, waterfall hunting, nature photography, and gardening. I have two adult children and recently became an "empty-nester". If you have any questions, comments, or concerns I encourage you to call the school number 218-744-7965 or email me at tlere@mnerats.org Here's to a new and exciting school year! |