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Dr. Kelly is a very patient teacher and is always willing to help. I enjoy her classes, they are fun and often inspiring. The help she gives in learning is very varied and makes one progress extremely fast.

Bali (MS student): "Kelly helped me a lot with writing format and made the process easier to understand. She was patient and kind and we really had fun."

Missy (Bali's mother): “Kelly really understood my daughter’s needs, and found fun and engaging ways to keep her moving forward in her writing. She had a way of asking the right questions and getting Bali to express her ideas aloud and then organizing those thoughts on paper. My daughter always felt successful at the end of a session with Kelly. We are grateful for her time working with us as we travelled. Grazie!"

Dr. Merritt is an exceptional educator, balancing creative and flexible approaches with a strong commitment to high educational standards. Her teaching is innovative and deeply appreciated by her students, who value her ability to relate to them on a personal level. Dr. Merritt fosters an inclusive and supportive environment, encouraging students to confidently explore complex ideas. Her creativity in lesson design and genuine care for student success make her an inspiring and effective teacher.

Dr. Merritt upholds the highest educational standards, consistently going beyond institutional expectations to refine and enhance student learning experiences. Her commitment to educational ethics is evident in her willingness to engage in meaningful debates about best practices, always striving for thoughtful and reflective improvements in education. She is never afraid to challenge conventional assumptions and tackle complex philosophical questions regarding the purpose of education.

One of Dr. Merritt’s many strengths is her ability to meaningfully integrate technology into English Language Arts instruction. She ensures that every tool she uses aligns with her high standards to enhance students’ language and writing skills. She leverages platforms like Google Docs and Google Classroom for rich, iterative feedback, fostering student ownership of their work. She and her colleagues have implemented Google Sites as a portfolio system for students to showcase and reflect on their writing.