Mrs. Theresa Shinn
Staff Spotlight
by JJ Johnson and Devon Fiedler
May 15, 2008
Name:Theresa Shinn
Birthday:January 24
Where do you live: Pleasant Hill, IL
Where did you graduate from HS: Hannibal, MO
Where did you attend college: Hannibal LaGrange College and Blessing Hospital: School of Nursing
How many years have you been teaching: 8 years
Current Duties & Responsibilities at PHGS: School Nurse
Are you married: Yes Spouse’s Name: Gary
Children: (Names & Ages) Grandchildren: (Names & Ages)
None
Danielle-19
Lindsey-17
Ryan-15
Hobbies:Camping and Reading
Who or what inspired you to pursue your career?
My Grandmother worked as a Nurse. I used to attend work with her.
What was your most memorable moment while teaching?
The day my daughter opened up the library door and my son happened to be the one walking by, and he hit his forehead on the door and needed stitches.
What was your most embarrassing time while teaching?
Accidentally called the wrong parent on a child that was sick, which happened to have the same name as another young lady in her class.
What is your favorite thing about teaching?
Love to help the kids feel better!
