Testimonials

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What Students, Families, and Colleagues Say

 

I have had the privilege of working with students, families, educators, and community members in a variety of settings. Whether through teaching, mentoring, academic support, executive function strategies, leadership development, or oral history work, my goal is always the same: to help people grow in confidence, strengthen their skills, and move forward with purpose.

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Students​​

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"Thank you for everything throughout the years! Your class was one of the best and I’m going to miss it. You really helped unite our class with all of the nicknames and just the atmosphere overall — and thank you for teaching me so much, from history to practical life skills."

— Former Student | June 2024

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"When thinking about who we would dedicate this yearbook to, the question of which teacher brought us together felt like it was of utmost importance. Without hesitation, our class decided on Lorie."

— NEJA Class of 2024

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"Through insightful class discussions, prioritizing responsibility, and of course, notecard writing skills, Lorie has taught us many important life lessons."

— NEJA Class of 2024

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"Thank you so much for your help with my college application. I am so excited to be going to Muhlenberg! You were an instrumental part in getting me there. Thank you so much for your support."

— Former Student | June 2022

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University Student Feedback

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Selected comments from students at the University of Hartford. Additional reviews can be found on RateMyProfessors (4.9/5 Rating Based on Student Reviews). (Rate My Professors⁠)

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"BEST PROFESSOR I HAD AT HARTFORD!!!!! Awesome lady :) Very easy to get along with."

---- University Student, University of Hartford | 2009

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"She is such a wonderful person! Great class... she really works with her students... I recommend her!"

---- University Student, University of Hartford | 2008

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"Always smiling... even with a broken toe! Makes it fun to learn and easy to understand... You'll come out of it having a more positive outlook on history." 

---- University Student, University of Hartford | 2006

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"Awesome teacher!! Would take her over and over again if I could!!"

---- University Student, University of Hartford | 2006

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Families

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"Thank you. My son showed me your comment on his project. I teared up. Lorie, you’re an amazing teacher."

— Parent of a High School Student | June 2026

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"We especially appreciate your flexibility when our daughter faced challenges during the fourth quarter. Thank you for reaching out to us and keeping us in the loop while also teaching her to advocate for herself. We are grateful for all that you do."

— Parents of a High School Student | June 2026

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"We especially appreciate your willingness to demonstrate vulnerability … [and] model how to talk about difficult issues with each other in a respectful and academic way."

— Parent of Former Student  | June 2023

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"Thank you for a wonderful school year! You are appreciated more than you know!"

— Parents of Ninth Grade Students | June 2023

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"We can’t thank you enough for how incredible your class is. Each and every time, it is something to look forward to. You have really sparked our interest in history and taught us so much interesting information."

— Parents of a Student | June 2022

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"Thank you for all of your work with our child — from pushing them to strive for excellence to fostering an environment of source/proof debates. They have learned so much."

— Parent of a High School Student | June 2021​​

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Professional Colleagues

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"Thank you for all your pre-interview work, which showed in yesterday’s filming. That relationship-building work really is the key to having the day of recording go so smoothly."

— Collaborative Colleague | June 2026

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"You are an extraordinary writer. Perhaps writing should be your next career. I appreciate so much what you wrote and how you wrote it. You are truly amazing."

— Community Member| June 2026

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"Thank you so much for your kind note. I wanted to reach out and wish you all the very best in your next adventure. Anyone would be so blessed to have you in their presence!"

— Executive at McLean | May 2026​